Federalism in the Constitution Assignment

Select the correct vocabulary word from the drop-down menu. A power that is specifically granted in the Constitution is a(n) ________ power. The "necessary and proper" clause is the basis for the ________ powers. A power held by both the federal government and states is a(n) ________ power.

expressed implied concurrent

Which statements are true? Check all that apply.

1.)The Constitution establishes a federal system of government. 2.)Power is divided between the central government and the states. 4.)Some powers are shared by the federal government and the states.

Review Article 1, Section 10 here. Write two or three sentences explaining whether this article grants more power to the states or the federal government. Give two pieces of evidence to support your claim.

Section 10 grants more power to the federal government. States are not allowed to enter into treaties, and they cannot make agreements with other states or countries without the consent of Congress.

[Congress shall have the power] To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof. Which phrase in this passage signifies implied powers?

necessary and proper

The Congress shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises, to pay the Debts and provide for the common Defence and general Welfare of the United States . . .; To borrow Money on the credit of the United States; To regulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and among the several States, and with the Indian Tribes. —Constitution of the United States, Article I, Section 8 Which of these are expressed powers granted by this part of Article I, Section 8? Check all that apply.

1.)lay and collect taxes and duties 2.)pay debts 5.)borrow money 6.)regulate commerce with foreign nations

How can our system of federalism lead to conflict between the states and the federal government? Give your response in the form of at least three complete sentences.

The Constitution reserves certain powers to the states, but it expressly grants to the federal government the authority to act for the nation in many areas. The Constitution and federal laws are supreme, but implied powers are not named directly. Whether the federal government should act on these implied powers is a matter of debate.