Federalism and Types of Government
What is federalism?
Sharing power between national and state governments
In what year was the U.S. Constitution written?
1787
What does demography study?
Population traits.
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
Minimum age to be president?
35
What nickname is given to dual federalism?
Layer cake federalism.
What did Federalists want?
A strong national government.
What is voter intensity?
Strength of voter feelings.
200: How long is a House of Representatives term?
Two years.
Who is next in line after the vice president?
Speaker of the House
Who holds all power in a unitary system?
The central government.
What did Anti-Federalists want? 50 bonus points for the specific addition to the Constitution.
Stronger state governments and individual rights.
Bonus: Bill of Rights
What is political efficacy?
Belief that your vote matters.
What did the 17th Amendment do?
Allowed direct election of senators
How many votes end a Senate filibuster?
60
In a confederation, most power belongs to whom?
The states.
What party formed after the Whigs collapsed?
The Republican Party.
What is voter apathy?
Lack of interest in voting.
What power belongs only to the Senate?
Confirming treaties and appointments.
What is impeachment?
Charging an official with misconduct.
What modern issue shows shared power in federalism?
- Covid policies
- speed limits
- marijuana laws
What did New Deal Democrats support?
Government programs for relief, recovery, and reform.
What increases voter intensity?
Controversial or personal issues.
How many electoral votes are needed to win the presidency?
270
What does the 25th Amendment explain?
Presidential succession if the president can’t serve.
🏛️ Final Jeopardy Question:
The U.S. system of government divides power between national and state authorities, relies on elected representatives chosen through voting, and operates through three branches that check each other’s power.
Question:
👉 What principle(s) does this system reflect that balances power and represents the will of the people?
Federalism and representative democracy