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Federalism summer sc
federalism
Question | Answer |
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What is federalism? | Sharing power between national and state governments. |
What are delegated powers? | Powers only the national government has (e.g., print money). |
What are reserved powers? | Powers only states have (e.g., run schools). |
What are concurrent powers? | Powers shared by national and state (e.g., taxing). |
What does “Full Faith and Credit” mean? | States respect each other’s laws and court decisions. |
What type of legislature does Illinois have? | Professional legislature (full-time job). |
How are Illinois judges chosen? | They are elected by voters. |
How are federal judges chosen? | Appointed by President, approved by Senate, serve for life. |
How long is the Illinois Governor’s term? | 4 years, no term limits. |
How is the Governor like the President? | Both enforce laws and lead the executive branch. |
What is dual federalism? | National and state governments work separately |
What is cooperative federalism? | National and state governments work together. |
How did the New Deal affect federalism? | It increased federal power and cooperation with states. |
What are federal mandates? | Rules states must follow, sometimes with money. |
What do Democrats want about federalism? | Stronger federal government power. |
What do Republicans want about federalism? | More state government power. |
Why is federalism good? | Balances power and protects freedoms. |
What problems can federalism cause? | Conflicts and confusion between levels of government. |
Who creates local governments? | State governments. |
: What is a municipality? | A city or town with its own government. |
Name some services local governments provide. | Police, fire, schools, trash pickup. |
What is an initiative? | Citizens propose new laws. |
What is a referendum? | Citizens vote to approve or reject laws. |
What is a recall? | Citizens can remove officials early. |