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59. Name one power that is only for the states.

American Government · System of Government

Accepted answer(s)

  • Provide schooling and education
  • Provide protection (police)
  • Provide safety (fire departments)
  • Give a driver's license
  • Approve zoning and land use

This is an American Government question on the 2025 Civics Test, testing whether an applicant understands the structure of American government rather than just current officeholders. If you're unsure, focus on remembering "Provide schooling and education" first — it's the answer USCIS lists as the primary accepted response.

This is question 59 of the 2025 Civics Test. See it on uscis.gov.