Question 42 of 100
2008 civics test
American Government
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states?
Accepted answers
Accepted answers
- provide schooling and education
- provide protection (police)
- provide safety (fire departments)
- give a driver’s license
- approve zoning and land use
Explanation
State powers include schooling, police and fire protection, driver's licenses, and zoning.
The explanation is our own study note, not official wording.
Source: USCIS, 2008 version (USCIS Office of Citizenship, rev. 08/21)Verified Sep 14, 2026Official PDF
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