A system of government in which the written Constitution divides the powers between a national & state govt.
What is Federalism
100
Expressed, Implied and Inherent are what types of powers granted in the Constiitution
What is delegated powers
100
Supreme Court acted as an "umpire" in the federal system by deciding a case between a Maryland Bank and the Second Bank of the U.S.
What is McCulloch v. Maryland
100
The amendment which protects the freedom of speech
What is First Amendment
100
This type of government began in ancient Greece and was a model for the U.S.
What is Democracy
200
This document provides for a division of powers between the National & State government.
What is the Constitution
200
These are powers that are typical for a sovereign nation -i.e.: immigration and protection of nation.
What are Inherent Powers
200
The Framers anticipated conflicts between the national government and the state, therefore this clause determines the supreme power
Supremacy Clause
200
The promise of the provision of justice and people's general welfare in the beginning of the Constitution.
What is Preamble of the Constitution
200
The branch of federal, state or local government that makes laws
What is Legislative
300
This amendment contained in the Bill of Rights of the Constitution spells out the division of powers.
What is 10th Amendment
300
Sometimes referred to as the Elastic Clause (Article I Section 8 Clause 18)because it gives Congress the ability to stretch the Constitution to cover many situations.
What is Necessary & Proper Clause
300
regulate trade and business within the state, establish public schools, & licensing for professionals are examples of whose power
What reserved powers of the state
300
The Constitutional right of every citizen to fair treatment under the law
What is Due Process
300
The amendment which lowered the voting age to 18
What is 26th amendment
400
This system provides for a dual system of government each with its own area of authority.
What is Federalism
400
Powers which are not stated in the Constitution but are suggested - taken from Article I Section 8.
What are Implied Powers.
400
Powers that are both shared by the National and State government
Concurrent Powers
400
If you have no money for an attorney, then one must be provided under which amendment
What is the Sixth Amendment
400
The Supreme Court case of Marbury v. Madison established what concept
What is Judicial Review
500
The branch of government settles disputes between the Federal government & the State
What is Supreme Court
500
Also called enumerated powers, these powers are spelled out in the Constitution like:collect taxes, coin money & regulate interstate commerce.
What are Expressed Powers
500
Powers that the Constitution does not grant to the national government AND does not deny to the states.
What are Reserved Powers
500
This amendment protects you from the following scenario: you are driving your car home from school when the police stop you and search your trunk.
What is 4th Amendment
500
Refusal to testify against yourself in a court of law