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Select the correct vocabulary word from the drop-down menu.

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A power that is specifically granted in the Constitution is a(n) power.:expressed
The "necessary and proper" clause is the basis for the powers.:implied
A power held by both the federal government and states is a(n) power.:concurrent
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expressed✔ impliedX concurrent

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expressed
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✔ implied
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expressedimplied✔ concurrent

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expressed
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implied
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Which of these are expressed powers granted by this part of Article I, Section 8? Check all that apply.

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lay and collect taxes and duties
B
pay debts
C
regulate American Indian groups
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regulate commerce inside a state
E
borrow money
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regulate commerce with foreign nations
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Which phrase in this passage signifies implied powers?

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foregoing Powers
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Government of the United States
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necessary and proper
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Department or Officer
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Which statements are true? Check all that apply.The Constitution establishes a federal system of government.Power is divided between the central government and the states.States possess the expressed powers detailed in the Constitution.Some powers are shared by the federal government and the states.States do not share powers with the federal government.

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The Constitution establishes a federal system of government.
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Power is divided between the central government and the states.
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States possess the expressed powers detailed in the Constitution.
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Some powers are shared by the federal government and the states.
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States do not share powers with the federal government.
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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.

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Article 1, Section 10 grants more power to the federal government because it explicitly lists powers that are denied to the states. For example, the article states that no state can enter into treaties with foreign nations or coin its own money. Additionally, it prevents states from keeping troops or engaging in war without the consent of Congress, ensuring that these significant powers remain under federal control.

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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.

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The system of federalism can lead to conflict because power is shared between the national and state governments, often resulting in overlapping jurisdictions and responsibilities. Disagreements frequently arise when the federal government exercises authority through the Supremacy Clause, which states may view as an infringement on their reserved powers under the Tenth Amendment. Furthermore, conflict can occur over federal mandates or policy differences, where states and the federal government have opposing views on how to handle specific social or economic issues.

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What role did James Wilson play in forming the United States Constitution?

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He proposed the Great Compromise at the Constitutional Convention.
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He was a key critic of the Constitution and helped adopt the first ten amendments.
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He supported a strong federal government and was a co-author of the Federalist Papers.
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He helped draft the Constitution's first version and supported a strong federal government.
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Select the correct vocabulary word from the drop-down menu.

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The "necessary and proper" clause is the basis for the powers.:implied
A power held by both the federal government and states is a(n) power.:concurrent
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What pieces of evidence did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

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States cannot enter into treaties or alliances.
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States cannot tax imports or exports.
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States cannot keep troops or declare war.
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What pieces of evidence did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

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Powers are reserved for the states.
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The Constitution and federal law are supreme.
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Implied powers are not named directly.

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