The Constitutions
Which amendment gives states rights?
10th
What are the levels of government in order?
City, state, national
You have a pothole that you want fixed that's located on SR216. Who would you contact to fix the pothole?
Florida Department of Transportation
What are the purposes of the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Branches?
Make laws
Enforce laws
Interpret laws
Which level of government is responsible for maintaining a standing military?
National
Which Constitution requires review every 20 years?
Florida Constitution
Define the Supremacy Clause
The U.S. Constitution is the highest law of the land
You and your significant other are ready to get married. Which level of government handles marriage licenses?
State
What is the purpose of the U.S. and Florida Supreme Courts?
To review lower courts rulings on appeal
Which level of government is responsible for first responders?
City/ local
How many amendments does the Florida and U.S. Constitutions have?
over 100 Florida
27 U.S.
What is a reserved power?
States rights
Which level of government would be most appropriate to address a citizen's concerns about these issues?
State
Name the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial at the national level.
President, Congress, Supreme Court
Which level of government runs the post office?
National
What article in the U.S. Constitution details the federal and state governments relationship?
Article IV (4)
Define what an enumerated is.
Powers specifically given to the federal government
In a recent survey, state voters said they were not pleased with the conditions of roads. They would like to see current roads improved. But they also said they would like to see new roads constructed in populated areas. However, they do not want to pay more in taxes to have these projects completed.
What conclusion can be made about this?
Government projects are limited to the amount of funds available
Name the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches at the state level.
Governor, State Congress, Florida Supreme Court
Which level of government can collect taxes?
All of them
How many articles does the U.S. and Florida Constitutions have?
U.S. 7 articles
U.S. 12 articles
Give an example
Concurrent powers
Your school receives funding from the federal, state, and county government to keep it operational. You have a concern with the information that your history class teaching and want it addressed by the appropriate level.
Who should you contact?
State legislators/ Governor
Name the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial at the local level.
Mayor, City Council, County Court
The United States is being invaded by a foreign enemy. The President issues a high alert and dispatched the military. The Governor made the call to have the national guard deploy within the state. What would the mayor do?
Deploy and militarize the police force to have protections for the civilian population.