US Constitution Principles of Governance

Question 1

Which principle of the U.S. Constitution emphasizes the division of power between the national government and the states?

Accepted Answer

Federalism

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Popular Sovereignty

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Separation of Powers

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Judicial Review

Question 2

The principle of "checks and balances" ensures that:

Accepted Answer

Each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches

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The states have more power than the federal government

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The President can directly make laws without Congress

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The Supreme Court has the final say on all matters

Question 3

Which principle ensures that government officials are accountable to the people?

Accepted Answer

Popular Sovereignty

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Judicial Review

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Limited Government

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Rule of Law

Question 4

The principle of "separation of powers" is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Prevent the abuse of power by creating distinct branches of government

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Give the President total control over the military

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Allow the federal government to regulate all state laws

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Ensure that Congress can pass any law without review

Question 5

What is the purpose of judicial review, a key principle in the U.S. Constitution?

Accepted Answer

To ensure that laws and government actions comply with the Constitution

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To allow the President to veto laws

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To give Congress the power to declare war

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To limit the powers of the Supreme Court