Chapter 3 - Federalism

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Question 1
What are the advantages of a system of federalism?

a. It allows the federal government to control states' actions and prevent state governments from passing policies that the federal government disagrees with.

b. It requires that the federal government approve all state actions and therefore keeps rules and regulations uniform throughout the states.

c. It allows states some freedom in fostering different ways of life, allows experimentation by state governments and keeps government closer to the people.

d. It ensures that both state and federal governments agree on political decisions and policies, thereby providing a system of checks and balances between the two levels of government.

Question 2
What is the current dispute regarding the use of medicinal marijuana?

a. The public cannot agree on whether or not it is moral.

b. The federal and state governments disagree on who has jurisdiction over the issue.

c. The medical community cannot agree on the appropriate use of marijuana.

d. The courts cannot agree on how to regulate the interstate commerce involved in the sale and transport of marijuana.

Question 3
Federal law will always override state law.

a. True

b. False

Question 4
Wars, economic problems and certain societal problems have all contributed to the growth of federal power.

a. True

b. False

Question 5
In a confederal system of government, any powers the central government has are contingent on the consent of the subunit governments.

a. True

b. False