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When an issue creates disagreement among the states, how does federalism solve the problem?

Since federal powers are superior, the Constitution is applied.

Which best explains why state governments are better able to focus on the needs of their citizens than the federal government?

They oversee smaller geographical areas.

Passing laws, creating courts, and collecting taxes are examples of

concurrent powers

The first step in developing a policy to address the rising cost of college is

conducting research

Which of these levels of governments are categorized as local governments?

counties and municipalities

What are the two smallest forms of government in the United States?

county and municipal

Incorporation creates a local government and

creates geographic boundaries for villages, towns, and cities.

Which of these powers is considered an implied power?

creating a national bank

In order to assure that a policy speech acknowledges an issue, identifies a solution, and explains a plan of action, a writer should use an __________

outline

Sanitation standards are part of a state's responsibility to protect

public health

A municipality's infrastructure includes which of the following?

public utilities

An example of a rhetorical technique a candidate could use in an opening statement is

"then" and "now" statements.

Which are effective elements of an opening statement about the increasing costs of higher education?

-use of rhetorical techniques -use of appropriate style -use of persuasive language

Which is the best example of zoning?

A town creates a school district and a business district.

Which best explains why a candidate's opening statement about rising college costs must keep the audience in mind?

An audience will be quick to dismiss a candidate if the candidate does not address their concerns.

What is one way in which local governments are similar to federal governments?

Both are divided into three branches.

Why is the Supremacy Clause considered to be "the root of federalism"?

It describes the relationship between federal and state power.

Which is generally true of the lower house in a state legislative branch?

It has more members than the Senate.

Why might balancing federal and state powers present a problem?

People have different opinions on whether state or federal government should have power to control certain issues.

Before building a new sports stadium near the waterfront, a city is most likely to establish

a redevelopment district.

Writing a state constitution is an example of

a reserved power

The branches of state government are established by

a state's constitution

State governments are required to

allow citizens to choose representatives.

Which is the most likely way that a governor would raise revenue for a new state education program?

by proposing that the state legislature fund it in the budget

States mainly raise revenue by

collecting taxes from citizens.

Which is an implied power of the federal government?

drafting soldiers

In terms of education, state governments are responsible for

establishing school districts

An important component of conducting research on the cost of a college education is

evaluating sources

Declaring war and coining money are considered

expressed powers

Which government decision would best be handled at the state level?

issuing driver's licenses

One example of regulating zoning is

limiting the number of fast-food restaurants that can be built near a residential area.

Which two types of courts are found in a state's judicial branch?

local and appellate

The main function of a school board is to

manage public schools in accordance with state and federal law.

Which powers are given directly to the people or the states?

reserved

A type of infrastructure that state governments maintain is

roads

A state's lieutenant governor

serves as second-in-command in the executive branch.

Which of these powers are under the control of the states?

setting up school systems

To which court system do city courts belong?

the state court system

A similarity between the leaders of state executive and legislative branches is that

they are usually elected by popular vote.

What is the primary purpose of the Supremacy Clause?

to describe the relationship between federal and state powers


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