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Read this quote from Article I of the Constitution. Congress shall have power . . . [t]o make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers. Which type of powers does this quote refer to, and why is this type often the source of debate?

A
The quote refers to implied powers, which are often difficult to interpret or understand.
B
The quote refers to reserved powers, which are given to the states to interpret as they will.
C
The quote refers to expressed powers, which are not considered either “necessary or proper.”
D
The quote refers to concurrent powers, which are difficult to implement equally in every state.
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The sources of powers reserved to the states are specifically outlined in

A
state constitutions.
B
the Tenth Amendment.
C
the Supremacy Clause.
D
Article I.
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Expressed powers are those that are

A
held by both the federal government and the states.
B
inferior compared to powers directly given by Congress.
C
specifically granted in the Constitution.
D
considered the basis for the “necessary and proper” clause.
5

The Supremacy Clause forms the root of what aspect of the country’s government system?

A
the Constitution
B
checks and balances
C
civil and independent rights
D
the concept of federalism
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What is the best definition of federalism ?

A
a government in which power is given to Congress directly
B
a government in which powers are directly stated in the Constitution
C
a government in which power is under the control of the states
D
a government in which power is divided between state and national levels
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Which of these powers is considered an implied power?

A
regulating trade
B
raising taxes
C
declaring war
D
creating a national bank
9

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

A
The national government creates unique rules for each of the states.
B
Federal and state powers are equal, so the issue has to be debated.
C
Each state is allowed to make its own decision about the issue.
D
Since federal powers are superior, the Constitution is applied.
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Which government decision would best be handled at the state level?

A
printing new currency and metal coins
B
establishing trade with foreign countries
C
allocating funding to troops
D
issuing marriage licenses

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