Federalism. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is federalism?
What is federalism?
Power divided between central & regional govts
What is a key purpose of the federalist structure?
What is a key purpose of the federalist structure?
Prevent any one level becoming too powerful
How does state power compare among US states?
How does state power compare among US states?
All states have equal decision-making power
Which area shows how state regulations can differ significantly?
Which area shows how state regulations can differ significantly?
Gun laws
What does the 10th Amendment do?
What does the 10th Amendment do?
Reserves non-enumerated powers to states
Is federalism explicitly stated in the Constitution?
Is federalism explicitly stated in the Constitution?
No, it is implied
Which is an exclusive federal government power?
Which is an exclusive federal government power?
Declare war
Which power is concurrent (shared by federal and state)?
Which power is concurrent (shared by federal and state)?
Levy taxes
Which is an exclusive state power?
Which is an exclusive state power?
Conduct elections
What are concurrent powers?
What are concurrent powers?
Powers shared by federal and state govts
Can the federal government easily override state decisions?
Can the federal government easily override state decisions?
No, Constitution protects state power
Which power can states NOT exercise?
Which power can states NOT exercise?
Establish foreign policy