7 Constitutional Principles

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The sharing of powers between the federal, state and local governments

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Federalism

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What constitutional principle gives the power to the people? Options: Republicanism, Popular Sovereignty, Limited Government

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Popular Sovereignty

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People voting on their elected representatives is an example of what constitutional principle?

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Republicanism

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

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federalism

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When the Congress disagrees with a law the President is trying to pass they can veto the law. This action is an example of...

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Checks and balances

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The rights listed in the Bill of Rights shows that we have which constitutional principle?

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individual rights

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When a powerful Senator is pulled over for speeding he too will receive a ticket. This is an example of ...

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limited government

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The power of the government is restricted by law

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limited government

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Idea that absolute power rests with the People (people rule)

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Popular Sovereignty

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Idea that its power is limited to only certain powers stated in the Constitution

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Limited Government