Federalism
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Subject Area: Social Studies | Grade Level: 5
Lesson Length: 30 minutes
Keywords/Tags: Federalism, Federal Powers, State Powers, US Government
Lesson Description: In this lesson, students will learn about the different powers that are given to the federal government and the state governments. This includes learning new vocabulary.

  • SS.5.C.3.3 Give examples of powers granted to the federal government and those reserved for the states.
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Video : Federalism
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Description: Learn about federalism, or the idea that in the United States, power is divided between the national government and the 50 state governments. How federalism has evolved over the history of the US, and what powers are given to the federal government, and what the states control on their own.
Quiz : How much do you know?
Instructions: Make sure you have watched the whole video before taking this quiz. Once you feel confident enough, go ahead and answer the following questions. Please complete this quiz by choosing the correct answer for each question. You can take this quiz as many times needed. Take your time and try your best!
Question #1
Federalism is a constitutional principle in which power is divided between the federal and state and local govements. 
Question #2

Only the federal govement can...

Question #3

Which govement owns public land?

Question #4

Which of the following are examples of state powers?

Question #5
Family Law (Marriage and Divorce) go under State Govement.
Question #6
What is Dual Federalism?
Question #7

What govement deals with foreign nations?

Question #8

Under regulated Federalism, The National Govement sets up ______________ and ______________ that the states __________ follow.

Question #9
New Federalism gives more power to the states by Block Grants, Money Regulations, and Devolution. 
Question #10
Education falls under State Govement.
Resources : More about this topic
Instructions: Please see additional external resources below. Feel free visit each link to learn more about this lesson.
The relationship between the States and the Federal Government
Look at this link for additional information about the relationship between State and Federal Government.
USA State and Federal Powers
Look at this fun video about State and Federal power hero’s!
The Roles of State and Federal Governments
Look at this article about the roles of State and Federal Governments.