Government Chapter 4 Section 2 Terms

Questions and Answers

What is an enabling act?

A congressional act directing the people of a United States territory to frame a proposed State constitution as a step towards admission to the Union.

What does the Act of admission do?

A congressional act admitting a new State to the Union.

What is a grants-in-aid program?

Grants of federal money or other resources to States, cities, counties, and other local units.

What is revenue sharing?

Form of federal monetary aid under which Congress gave a share of federal tax revenue, with virtually no restrictions, to the States, cities, counties, and townships. Signup and view all the answers

What is a categorical grant?

One type of federal grants-in-aid; made for some specific, closely defined, purpose. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a block grant?

One type of federal grants-in-aid for some particular but broadly defined area of public policy. Signup and view all the answers

What is a project grant?

One type of federal grants-in-aid; made for specific projects to States, localities, and private agencies who apply for them. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Government Terminology

Enabling Act
Directs the residents of a U.S. territory to develop a proposed State constitution, a prerequisite for qualifying for admission to the Union.
Act of Admission
A formal congressional measure that establishes the membership of a new State in the Union.
Grants-in-Aid Program
Federal financial support offered to various governmental levels (States, cities, counties) for specific services or projects.
Revenue Sharing
A type of federal monetary assistance where Congress allocates a portion of federal tax revenue to local governments, with minimal restrictions on usage.
Categorical Grant
A specific federal grant offered for a narrowly defined purpose, guiding how funds must be used.
Block Grant
A federal grant designed for a broad area of public policy, providing more flexibility in how funds can be spent.
Project Grant
Federal grants provided for targeted projects, which must be applied for by States, localities, or private entities.

Description

Test your knowledge of critical terms from Government Chapter 4 Section 2. This quiz focuses on important concepts such as enabling acts, acts of admission, and grants-in-aid programs. Ideal for students seeking to understand the legislative process within U.S. government.