Questions and Answers
Which of the following powers is exclusively shared between the federal government and individual states?
Making and enforcing laws
According to the Constitution, which branch of government has the power to coin money?
Federal government
Which of the following is an example of a power that is not shared between the federal government and individual states?
Establishing schools
What is the primary purpose of the system of shared powers between the federal government and individual states?
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Which of the following is an example of a power that is exclusively held by the federal government?
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What is the primary function of judicial review?
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What is the scope of the Supreme Court's power of judicial review?
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What is the significance of judicial review in the system of checks and balances?
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What is the relationship between judicial review and the Constitution?
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What is the impact of judicial review on the legislative process?
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Study Notes
Federal System Power Structure
- Power is shared between the federal government and individual states in the United States.
- This balance of power is enshrined in the Constitution.
Powers of the Federal Government
- The federal government has the power to: • Coin money • Levy taxes on exports and imports • Declare war
Powers of the State Governments
- State governments have the power to: • Establish and maintain schools • Issue licenses and permits
Shared Powers
- Both the federal government and state governments have the power to: • Make and enforce laws • Levy taxes • Build roads
Judicial Review
- The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review, which enables it to declare laws null and void if they are deemed unconstitutional.
- This power allows the Supreme Court to review and potentially invalidate laws passed by the legislative branch.
- The Supreme Court's decision is final, and its rulings on the constitutionality of laws are binding on all lower courts.
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