Article iv, section 2, of the constitution define the relationship between the state and federal governments by stating that:

a. in an area of conflict, federal law overrules state law.
b. citizens of different states are equal under the law.
c. the federal government is responsible for protecting states militarily.
d. all powers not explicitly mentioned in the constitution are given to the states.

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the old way of life was represented by superstition, an angry god, and absolute submission to authority. the thinkers of the age of reason ushered in a new way of thinking. this new way championed the accomplishments of humankind. individuals did not have to accept despair. science and reason could bring happiness and progress. kings did not rule by divine right. they had an obligation to their subjects. europeans pondered the implications for nearly a century. americans put them into practice first.