Flashcard - 7 Principles of the Constitution

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What principle is expressed in the phrase "We the People of the United States…"?

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Popular Sovereignty

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What does the phrase "the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed" refer to? Options: Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government, Individual Rights

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Individual Rights

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Federalism

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The United States may not restrict your freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition, or speech

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Individual Rights

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The Constitution outlines our government and restricts its powers. What is this principle called? Options: Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Limited Government, Individual Rights

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Limited Government

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Separation of Powers

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The president of the United States has to follow the same laws as everyone else.

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Limited Government

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Ted Cruz (Texas) was elected to the United States Senate in 2012. What political concept does this exemplify? Options: Republicanism, Federalism, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances

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Republicanism

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What principle is reflected in the statement: "The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year by the People"?

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Republicanism

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Each branch has controls over the other two branches, making sure one branch doesn't become too powerful.

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Checks and Balances