Asked by helen udeze on Sep 24, 2024
Which amendment preserves a strong role for the states in the American federal republic?
A) First
B) Fifth
C) Ninth
D) Tenth
Federal Republic
A form of government composed of a union of states or regions under a central (federal) government, with powers divided between the central government and its constituent parts.
Tenth Amendment
An amendment to the United States Constitution that emphasizes the federal system of government by stating that powers not delegated to the federal government nor prohibited to the states, are reserved to the states or to the people.
- Recognize amendments and clauses in the U.S. Constitution that highlight states' rights and powers.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize amendments and clauses in the U.S. Constitution that highlight states' rights and powers.