Florida Civic Literacy Exam Review

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What are Natural Rights?

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Basic, inalienable rights that can’t be taken away by laws.

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What is Constitutionalism?

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Government’s power is defined and limited by a constitution or set of laws.

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What does Equality Under the Law mean?

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Equal justice under the law where no one is above the reach of the law, and no one is entitled to unfair advantages or subjected to unequal penalties based on the law.

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What is the Separation of Powers?

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Division of the government into three branches, each with its own purpose and functions.

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What are Checks and Balances?

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Each branch of government can exercise checks, or controls, over the other branches.

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What is Due Process?

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A requirement that legal matters be resolved according to established rules and principles, and that individuals be treated fairly.

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What is the significance of Natural Law?

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Natural Law refers to a system of law that is purportedly determined by nature, and thus universal, rather than created by humans.

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How does the Constitution limit government power?

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The Constitution outlines the powers of government and restricts them to protect individual rights.

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What is the role of the Legislative Branch?

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The Legislative Branch is responsible for making laws.

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What is the role of the Executive Branch?

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The Executive Branch is responsible for enforcing laws.