Citing Specific Examples, Explain How Historical Events Have Shifted Power

question 41

Essay

Citing specific examples, explain how historical events have shifted power from state governments to the national government. How has this affected American federalism? Is the principle still applicable?

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Definitions:

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, gender, or cultural group which can impair their performance.

Expectation

Beliefs about the future, specifically about what is likely to happen or what someone thinks should happen.

Realistic Group Conflict Theory

A theory which asserts that the initial negative feelings between groups are often based on a real conflict or competition regarding scarce resources.

Stereotype Threat Theory

The theory that individuals may underperform in situations where they fear confirming negative stereotypes about their social group.