7 Principles of Government

Front

The function (power) of the Executive branch is:

Back

To see that the laws are carried out

Front

The function (power) of the Legislative branch is:

Back

To make the laws

Front

The function (power) of the Judicial branch is:

Back

To decide if laws are fair; try civil and criminal cases

Front

Which is the principle that "people decide/people rule"?

Back

Popular Sovereignty

Front

What is the principle that the state and federal government have shared and separate powers?

Back

Federalism

Front

Voting is an example of: Separation of Power, Checks and Balances, Popular Sovereignty

Back

Popular Sovereignty

Front

Senators and Representatives are examples of: Limited Power of Government, Republicanism, Individual Rights

Back

Republicanism

Front

Government is divided into 3 branches: Legislative, Executive & Judicial branches. Which principle is this an example of?

Back

Separation of Powers

Front

A system where each branch of government keeps the other branches from having too much power. Which principle is this an example of?

Back

Checks & Balances

Front

Citizens are guaranteed these, such as life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Which principle is this an example of?

Back

Individual Rights