Declaration v. Constitution v. Bill of Rights

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What is the Constitution?

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The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States, establishing the framework of the government and outlining the rights of the citizens.

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What is the Bill of Rights?

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The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the Constitution, guaranteeing individual rights and liberties.

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What is the Declaration of Independence?

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The Declaration of Independence is a document adopted in 1776 declaring the thirteen American colonies' independence from British rule.

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What does 'legislative powers' refer to in the Constitution?

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Legislative powers refer to the authority to make laws, which is vested in the Congress of the United States.

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What is treason as defined in the Constitution?

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Treason against the United States consists of levying war against them or adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort.

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What does the First Amendment protect?

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The First Amendment protects freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.

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What is the significance of the Tenth Amendment?

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The Tenth Amendment states that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states or the people.

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What principle is established by 'consent of the governed'?

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The principle of 'consent of the governed' means that the authority of the government is derived from the people's approval.

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What does the term 'separation of powers' mean?

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Separation of powers is the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.

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What is the purpose of checks and balances?

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Checks and balances are designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the powers of the others.