1
What form of government was introduced as a result of the compromise at the Philadelphia Convention?
Federalist
The interpretation of which clause has gradually given more power to the federal government?
Supremacy clause
Which philosopher's ideas greatly influenced the structure of the U.S. government?
A. John Locke
B. Charles Montisquieu
C. Thomas Hobbes
D. James Madison
B
Which act required states to implement policies aimed at reducing pollution?
Clean Air Act of 1970
What type of federal grant is designed for broad purposes like education?
Block grants
Which department was created in response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks?
Department of Homeland Security
Which governmental structure prevents the concentration of power in one branch?
Checks and balances
What firmly established the supremacy of the national government during the Civil War?
Union victory
Why was Unitary Rule rejected in favor of Federalism?
British Monarchy experience
Which of the following is a power exclusive to the national government?
A. Conducting elections
B. Creating local governments
C. Regulating commerce
D. Regulating health and safety
C
Name a challenge faced by border states regarding immigration.
Increased costs for:
Education
Health services
Housing
What is the primary purpose of federal grants-in-aid?
Fund state and local activities/ programs
What type of federal grant is designed for a specific purpose such as disaster relief?
Categorical
What is the idea of returning power to the states known as?
Devolution
What are the four eras of federalism?
Dual
Cooperative
Creative
New
What are the 3 kinds of powers the government has? Explain each.
Expressed - clearly stated in the Constitution
Implied - logical extension of an expressed power
Inherent - powers government have for being a government