US Constitution & Federalism (Edexcel A Level Politics): Exam Questions

Evaluate the view that the growth in presidential power has led to a corresponding decline in federalism.

You must consider this view and the alternative to this view in a balanced way.

Evaluate the view that the constitutional system of checks and balances is an obstacle to effective government.

You must consider this view and the alternative to this view in a balanced way.

Examine the differences between the constitutions of the UK and the USA.

Examine the similarities between the constitutions of the UK and the USA.

Examine the differences between the US federal system and devolution in the UK.

Examine the ways in which the constitutions of the UK and the USA can be amended.

Examine the extent to which the separation of powers operates in the UK and the USA.

Examine the similarities between the US federal system and devolution in the UK.

Examine the ways in which rights are protected in the UK and the USA.

Evaluate the view that the US Constitution is no longer fit for purpose.

You must consider this view and the alternative to this view in a balanced way.

Evaluate the view that the process for amending the US Constitution is too difficult.

You must consider this view and the alternative to this view in a balanced way.

Evaluate the view that the vagueness of the US Constitution is its greatest strength.

You must consider this view and the alternative to this view in a balanced way.