Introduction to American Government — Test

Question 14 • Civics and Government

What is the main difference between federal and confederal systems of government?

Answer

In a federal system there is no centralized authority, while in a confederal system local offices give advice to a centralized authority.

In a federal system there is no centralized authority, while in a confederal system power is distributed equally among the states.

In a federal system there is centralized authority, while in a confederal system power is distributed equally among the states.

In a federal system power is distributed equally, while in a confederal system the states have less authority than the central government.

Explanation

A federal system divides authority between a central government and regional governments, so the central government has meaningful powers. In a confederal system, the states or member units hold most of the power, with a comparatively weak central government. Choice B best captures this contrast, though power in a confederation is not necessarily distributed equally among the states.

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