US Constitution Principles of Governance 2

Question 1

What constitutional principle prevents any single branch of government from becoming too powerful?

Accepted Answer

Checks and balances

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Federalism

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Judicial review

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Popular sovereignty

Question 2

Under the Constitution, which level of government holds powers not delegated to the federal government?

Accepted Answer

States and the people

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Federal government

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Local municipalities

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Federal courts

Question 3

Which constitutional clause requires states to honor the laws and court decisions of other states?

Accepted Answer

Full Faith and Credit Clause

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Supremacy Clause

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Commerce Clause

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Necessary and Proper Clause

Question 4

What does the principle of 'popular sovereignty' mean in the context of the U.S. Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Government authority derives from the consent of the governed

Answer

The President holds ultimate authority

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Congress is the supreme branch

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State governments have final say

Question 5

Which constitutional provision allows Congress to make laws 'necessary and proper' for carrying out its enumerated powers?

Accepted Answer

Elastic Clause

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Commerce Clause

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Supremacy Clause

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Privileges and Immunities Clause

Question 6

How does the Constitution establish the principle of limited government?

Accepted Answer

By listing only specific powers government may exercise

Answer

By granting the President veto power

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By requiring annual elections

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By creating a bicameral legislature

Question 7

Which constitutional mechanism allows the President to restrain Congress?

Accepted Answer

The veto power

Answer

Judicial review

Answer

Habeas corpus

Answer

Impeachment