Directions: Read each statement in the thought bubble and write the system of government on the line below.
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The states have
all of the power in
my government
All of the power is in
the central
government.
The states and
the central
government
share the power.
The legislative
branch chooses
the executive in
my government!

Why would a person who believes in a strict interpretation of the constitution have a concern with the elastic clause? a) the elastic clause limits the ability of the government to respond to new needs of the nation. b) the elastic clause gives the supreme court original jurisdiction in a limited number of cases. c) the elastic clause allows congress to exercise powers not specifically listed in the constitution. d) the elastic clause guarantees that a citizen's property cannot be taken away with due process of law.