- Explain the concept of sovereignty as it applies to federalism.
- Compare and contrast a unitary system with a federal system of government.
- Compare the relationship of the federal and state governments during the era of dual federalism with the cooperative federalism that emerged during the 1930s.
- Describe the outcome of McCulloch v. Maryland and explain the significance of the case.
- Describe the concept of devolution and explain why it can be controversial.