Separation of Powers & Federalism

What are three powers shared between the governments?

*Health and well-being *Maintain law and order *Collect taxes

What are two powers given to the national government?

*Conduct foreign policy *Regulate commerce

What are two powers given to the state government?

*Establish and maintain public schools *Establish local governments

What is the 10th Amendment?

Any power NOT given into the national government is given to the states. Examples - Marriage and education

What is the main job of the Executive Branch?

It carries out the laws. The head is the President.

What is the main job of the Judicial Branch?

It interprets the laws. The head is the Supreme Court.

What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?

It makes the laws. The head is Congress.

What is Separation of Powers?

Split power between the legislative, executive and judicial branches

What is federalism?

The division of power between the national and state government