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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