Problem

1. Define federalism and discuss how it relates to national and state sovereignty. What are the similarities and differences between today's version of federalism and the federalism that was established in 1787? Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your responses. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

2. What are the core values of American government? Also, discuss the limits and power of these values. Your response should be at least 200 words in length.

3. Explain the concepts of democracy, constitutionalism, and the free market system. How are these three systems designed to work together to maintain a balance of power in the United States? Do they actually maintain a balance of power? Why or why not? Your response should be at least 200 words in length

4. Explain the reasons behind the failure of the Articles of Confederation. Describe the part Shay's Rebellion played in the decision to revise the Articles. Your response should be at least 200 words in length.