10 Questions
Why did the Founding Fathers opt for a federal system of government instead of a unitary system?
To distribute powers between national and state governments
Which responsibility falls under the major responsibilities of the federal government?
National defense
What does the U.S. Constitution primarily aim to do regarding the roles of national and state governments?
Limit their powers
How does federalism differ from a unitary system of government?
Federalism divides powers between national and state governments, while a unitary system consolidates power in a central government
Which system does the U.S. have in place for distributing government powers?
Federal system
What is a key reason for there being conflicts over the roles of national and state governments in the U.S.?
Historical and contemporary disagreements
In which form of government does national defense fall under federal responsibilities?
Classical republic
What does the U.S. Constitution seek to do in relation to limiting government powers?
Limit both national and state government powers
What is the primary aim of having a federal system instead of a unitary system?
Distribute powers between different levels of government
What is the primary difference between federalism and a unitary system?
Federalism divides powers between national and state levels, while a unitary system consolidates power in one entity
Test your knowledge on how the federal government serves the purposes outlined in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution. Explore the major responsibilities of the federal government for domestic and foreign policy such as national defense, and compare the structures and functions of national, state, and local governments.
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