Political Science Chapter 3 Study Guide

Which statement about federal and unitary systems is most accurate?

In federalism, powers are allocated between state and federal; powers are in the national in the unitary.

Which statement is most accurate about the sources of revenue for local and state governments?

Between 30 and 40 percent of the revenue for local and state governments comes from grant money.

In McCulloch v. Maryland, the Supreme Court invoked which provisions of the constitution?

Necessary and proper clause and supremacy clause

Which statement about new federalism is NOT true?

President Reagan was able to promote new federalism consistently throughout his administration.

Which is not a merit of cooperative federalism?

Cooperative federalism respects the traditional boundaries between states and federal government.

Which statement about federal grants in recent decades is most accurate?

The amount of federal grant money going to states has steadily increased since the 1960s.

Which statement about unfunded mandates is false?

New federalism does not promote the use of unfunded mandates.

Which statement about immigration federalism is false?

The Arizona v. US decision struck down all Arizona’s most restrictive provisions on illegal immigration.

Which statement about the evolution of same-sex marriage is false?

United States v. Windsor legalized same-sex marriage in the United States.

Which statement about venue shopping is true?

None of the statements are correct.

Which of the following is not a benefit of federalism?

Federalism encourages economic equality across the country.

Led to more autonomy for Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland in the United Kingdom.

devolution

Which of the following is NOT a concurrent power?

Declare war

What rights do the 15th, 19th and 26th amendments protect?

Voting rights

What makes up 39% revenue for state governments?

taxes

What was the largest expenditures in the 2019 budget?

Medicare/Medicaid

What constitutes the major expenditure for local and state government?

education

The revolution returning authority to the states according to the Constitution led to under Reagan.

devolution

What increased as an effect of the 9/11 attacks?

federal power

Ruling that gave same-sex marriage a constitutional basis of right nationwide.

Obergefell vs. Hodges

What is the total number of elected offices at the federal, state, and local levels?

over 50,000

According to Gallup, what percentage of Americans trusted Congress?

28%

According to Gallup, what percentage of Americans trusted state government?

62%

According to Gallup, what percentage of Americans trusted local government?

72%

Authorized the federal government to file lawsuits against states for racial discrimination.

Civil Rights Act

What is one constitutional provision that defines the powers and limits of federal and state governments?

the tenth amendment and the Bill of Rights

What is one main function of federal and state governments?

National defense and provide for the public health

What are the main differences between cooperative federalism and dual federalism?

In dual federalism, each level of government was active in distinct spheres of jurisdiction. In cooperative, the federal government and states work together to achieve objectives.

What were the implications of McCulloch v. Maryland for federalism?

It establishes the doctrine of implied powers.

Carrot of grants

The federal government gains support of states by providing financial assistance.

The stick of mandates 

The federal government compels states to carry out federal regulations.

How has the relationship between the states and federal government evolved since the early 1800s?

Until the end of the 19th century, the federal government exercised little control of states or the economy.

What are two general characteristics of federalism?

National courts to resolve disputes between levels of government, and the upper house of the national legislature represents the states.

What is one key element of new federalism?

Accommodates the diversity that exists across states.

What is one benefit of federalism?

Promotes diversity across states

What is one drawback of federalism?

Might trigger a race to the bottom.