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AP Government Federalism Part II| Bulk Questions and Answers| Compiled 2024/2025 What is the definition of **federalism**? A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states. What document established the federal syst...

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What is the definition of **federalism**? A system of government in which power is divided

between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states.



What document established the federal system in the United States? The U.S. Constitution.



What does the **Supremacy Clause** state? It establishes that the Constitution, federal

laws, and treaties made under its authority are the supreme law of the land.



What are **enumerated powers**? Powers explicitly granted to the federal government by

the Constitution, primarily found in Article I, Section 8.



What are **reserved powers**? Powers that are not specifically granted to the federal

government by the Constitution and are reserved for the states.



What does the **Tenth Amendment** emphasize regarding federalism? It reserves powers

not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.




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, What is the significance of the **Necessary and Proper Clause**? It allows Congress to

make laws that are necessary to carry out its enumerated powers, providing flexibility in

governance.



What role do **concurrent powers** play in federalism? They are powers shared by both the

federal and state governments, such as the power to tax.



What is the purpose of **interstate commerce regulation** by the federal government? To

regulate trade and economic activity across state lines, promoting a unified national market.



What are **block grants**? Federal funds given to states for general purposes, allowing

states greater discretion in how to spend the money.



What are **categorical grants**? Federal funds allocated to states for specific purposes,

often with strict regulations on how the money is to be spent.



What does **federal preemption** mean? The principle that federal law takes precedence

over state law when there is a conflict, limiting state authority in certain areas.



How does **cooperative federalism** differ from dual federalism? Cooperative federalism

involves collaboration between federal and state governments, while dual federalism involves

clear separation of powers.


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