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Question 42

Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states?

  1. Print money
  2. Provide schooling and educationCorrect answer
  3. Declare war
  4. Make treaties with other countries

Official answer

  • provide schooling and education
  • provide protection (police)
  • provide safety (fire departments)
  • give a driver's license
  • approve zoning and land use

Explanation

Powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states, and that is why schools, police, fire services, driver's licenses and zoning are state and local matters. Currency, war and treaties are federal.

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Question 42: Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states.… · U.S. Civics Test 2008 · Questena