Unit 3: Constitution Flashcard/Test

Front

When power is shared between federal and state governments.

Back

Federalism

Front

The powers of the government are separated into different branches.

Back

Separation of Powers

Front

Each branch has ways to check, or limit, the power of the other branches.

Back

Checks and Balances

Front

The authority of the people to rule.

Back

Popular Sovereignty

Front

The document that sets the foundation of the government.

Back

Constitution

Front

The first 10 amendments to the Constitution that protects people's rights.

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

A government in which people through elected representatives.

Back

Republic

Front

Which branch is responsible for creating laws?

Back

The legislative branch

Front

Which branch is responsible for evaluating laws?

Back

The judicial branch

Front

Which branch is responsible for enforcing laws? Options: The legislative branch, The executive branch, The judicial branch

Back

The executive branch