Check Understanding What approach did the Framers of the Constitution use to limit the powers of the National Government , and why was that approach successful?

Compare How do the powers of the National Government compare in breadth to the powers of the States?

Infer Would it be legal for Congress to allow a territory of the United States to become a full State on the condition that they choose a new governor? Why or why not?

Draw Conclusions Why did the Constitution place limits on the power of State and local government to tax?

Determine Relevance What makes Adam Smith's four principles of sound taxation important at all levels of government?

Why did the framers of the Constitution create a system of checks and balances?

Connect How does the Supremacy Clause impact disputes among States or between States and the National Government?

What question did the framers of the American Constitution have to deal with and what was the answer?

Cite Evidence The Framers wrote the Constitution knowing that needs and customs would change over time. What techniques did they use to ensure that the Constitution would , in fact , be relevant for hundreds of years?

Compare and Contrast What are some pros and cons of including a professional manager as part of a city government?

Do you think the Constitution needs an amendment stating that all US laws should be based on equality for all citizens?

Summarize the forms of city government operating in the State of Texas.

What is meant by a zoning ordinance and why are they used?

Generate Explanations Why do you think only 27 amendments have been added to the Constitution since its ratification, even though thousands have been proposed?