19. One of the main reasons the Founding Fathers created federalism was because they believed that
*A- dividing power among the states and the national government would prevent any governmental entity from abusing its authority.
*B- local governments, if left unchecked by the national government, would spend so much money that they would go bankrupt.
*C- the national government had to strongly control the activities of state governments.
*D- without a strong national government, the country would never be able to expand its border.

20. Which is a function of state governments that is not a function of the federal government?
*A- creation of a public school system
*B- collection of taxes
*C- regulation of interstate commerce
*D- punishment for crimes