5.1 Demonstration of Learning (DOL)

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Which phrase best represents the principle of republicanism? Options: The division of power between a federal government and state governments, The establishment of courts to interpret laws and government actions, The establishment of a chief executive to enforce the laws, The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people

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The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people

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Which of these is an example of the system of checks and balances? Options: The president can veto bills passed by Congress., Congress can regulate commerce., Governors can pardon federal prisoners., The Supreme Court can impeach members of Congress.

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The president can veto bills passed by Congress.

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This excerpt from the U.S. Constitution best illustrates the principle of – federalism, separation of powers, limited government, popular sovereignty

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popular sovereignty

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Which of the following highlighted phrases from the Preamble to the Constitution is evidence of popular sovereignty?
"We the People",
"insure domestic Tranquility",
"promote the general Welfare",
"secure the Blessings of Liberty"

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"We the People"

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In Marbury v. Madison, the Supreme Court first stated the principle that —

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the courts may declare a federal law unconstitutional