Retake Flashcardizz for Unit 8 Vocab Flashcard

Front

Each branch can limit the power of others.

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Checks and Balances

Front

Government's power comes from the people; they can alter or abolish it.

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Popular Sovereignty

Front

Rules and guidelines for government operation.

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Constitution

Front

Ability to pursue life and happiness without interference.

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Individual Rights

Front

The government has only the power granted by the Constitution; people must obey the laws.

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Limited Government

Front

Section of U.S. & Texas Constitution protecting individual freedoms.

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Bill of Rights

Front

Legislative branch has two chambers.

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Bicameral

Front

People exercise power by voting representatives into office.

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Republicanism

Front

Govt divided into 3 branches with equal power.

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Separation of Powers

Front

Division of power between federal and state governments.

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Federalism