Federalism, Separation of Powers, and Checks and Balances Review Quiz on Thursday 12/11

Federalism The division of power between the states and the federal (national) government The constitution strengthened the power of the national government but reserved many powers for the states.

What are examples of federal, shared, or state powers? Federal Powers Concurrent (Shared) Powers State (reserved) Powers

Separation of powers Power is divided within the 3 branches of the federal government. This helps prevent any one branch from abusing its powers Why is it important to have separation of powers in the Federal government? What could happen if this system did not exist? How would this impact your freedom?

Checks and Balances Another way to protect against abuse of power in the federal government This system gives each of the 3 branches ways to limit the powers of the other 2.

How does each branch check and balance each other?

Vocab Terms Veto- The president can reject bills proposed by congress Delegated powers- powers given to congress Amendments- changes or additions to the constitution Federalism- power is divided between the state and federal governments Concurrent powers- powers that are shared by the federal and state governments Reserved powers- powers given neither to congress nor denied to the states Checks and balances- a system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other 2 Impeach- The house can accuse the president of wrongdoing