Unit 2 - Constitutional Principles Review

Front

The fact that states can make their own laws is an example of which constitutional principle?

Back

federalism

Front

The power of the government is restricted by law.

Back

limited government

Front

The idea that absolute power rests with the people (people rule)

Back

Popular Sovereignty

Front

What does the "Rule of Law" refer to?

Back

the government having to follow what is written in the US Constitution.

Front

The idea that government power is divided/shared between the national and state levels.

Back

Federalism

Front

Government power is separated into three branches.

Back

Separation of Powers

Front

Principle of US Gov’t: People = source of Gov’t Power; Gov’t exists only w/consent of People

Back

Popular Sovereignty

Front

System of overlapping powers of Legislative, Executive & Judicial branches to check actions of the others

Back

Checks & Balances

Front

The legislature's ability to impeach the President is an example of...

Back

Checks & Balances

Front

Only the Legislative branch can write laws.

Back

Separation of Powers