Government Unit

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Parts of the constitution can NOT be erased, but new parts can be added to it to better reflect the current society. This is called _____ the constitution.

Back

amending

Front

unalienable means...

Back

That something can't be taken away.

Front

What is Federalism?

Back

When power is shared between National and State governments.

Front

What is Republicanism?

Back

A limited government where citizens choose leaders to represent them.

Front

Which principle of the constitution makes sure that no one branch of the government can become more powerful than the others?

Back

Checks and Balances

Front

The Separation of Powers principle in the constitution is responsible for creating...

Back

the 3 branches of government.

Front

In addition to protecting you from unfair bail amounts, what else does the 8th amendment protect you from?

Back

Protection from cruel and unusual punishment.

Front

Which amendment guarantees that you will have a lawyer to represent you, that you can have a jury, and that you can face the person accusing you of a crime?

Back

The 6th amendment

Front

The President is part of the Executive Branch of government, and they have the power to appoint judges to the supreme court and _____ laws.

Back

veto (reject)

Front

What is constitutional principle of popular sovereignty?

Back

The idea that the people have the right to change or get rid of their government.