Temple College
GOVT 2301
NAME:_______________
Fall 2001
MAKE-UP EXAM #3
PART I. SHORT ANSWER 1. Answer one (1) of the following in a
paragraph. Integrate your responses into a well-organized, well-constructed
paragraph. Write complete sentences and pay attention to spelling, grammar,
and word choice. Do NOT assume that “the instructor will know what you mean.”
WRITE LEGIBLY IN INK! 20 points
1. Contrast the three systems of government: unitary, confederal, and federal.
Provide examples of political systems that illustrate each type.
2. Discuss the constitutional underpinnings of federalism in the United States.
Trace the evolution of intergovernmental relations in the American federal
system.
PART II. SHORT ANSWER 2. Answer one (1) of the following in a
paragraph. Do NOT answer specific parts as separate items. Integrate your
responses into a well-organized, well-constructed paragraph. Write complete
sentences and pay attention to spelling, grammar, and word choice. Do NOT
assume that “the instructor will know what you mean.” WRITE LEGIBLY IN INK!
20 points
1. Compare and contrast the judicial philosophies of John Marshall and Roger Taney as
they relate to the constitutional principle of federalism. Specifically, you should
explain the position of both on…
[A] …the doctrine of implied powers
What is Marshall’s position on the doctrine of implied powers?
What is Taney’s position?
Why does each man hold his particular opinion?
[B] …the supremacy clause
What is Marshall’s position on the supremacy clause?
What is Taney’s position?
Why does each man hold his particular opinion?
[C] …how the Constitution should be interpreted or applied.
Why does each man hold his particular opinion?
2. Explain the significance of the Supreme Court’s decision in MCCULLOCH V MARYLAND
on the evolution of federalism.
PART III. SHORT ANSWER 3. Answer one (1) of the following in a
paragraph. Integrate your responses into a well-organized, well-constructed
paragraph. Write complete sentences and pay attention to spelling, grammar,
and word choice. Do NOT assume that “the instructor will know what you mean.”
WRITE LEGIBLY IN INK! 20 points
1. First, discuss the growth of grants-in-aid to state and local governments.
Compare and contrast categorical and block grants.
2. How have mandates and conditions on aid helped to increase the power of
the national government? Provide examples to illustrate your points.
PART IV. SHORT ANSWER 4. Answer one (1) of the following in a
paragraph. Integrate your responses into a well-organized, well-constructed
paragraph. Write complete sentences and pay attention to spelling, grammar,
and word choice. Do NOT assume that “the instructor will know what you mean.”
WRITE LEGIBLY IN INK! 20 points
1. Briefly compare and contrast the U.S. Constitution with the Texas
Constitution? What are the major similarities and the major differences?
2. Assess this statement by a prominent Texas political scientist:
“The Texas Constitution of 1876 is a perpetual
product of Reconstruction.”
What does he mean? Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain
your answer.
PART V. IDENTIFICATION. Define and identify the importance of ten (10)
of the following items in two or three sentences for each. 20 points/2 pts. each.
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necessary and proper clause
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nullification
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expressly delegated powers
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10th Amendment
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MISSOURI V HOLLAND
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preemption
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14th Amendment due process clause
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the Supremacy Clause
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strict constructionist
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Anti-Federalists
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dual federalism
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1869 Texas Constitution
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1876 Texas Constitution
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principle of non-delegation (Article II of the Texas Constitution)
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plural-executives