Understanding Constitutional Principles

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Which principle of the Constitution is based on the idea that the government's power comes from the consent of the governed?

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Popular Sovereignty

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Explain how the system of checks and balances can prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Provide an example to support your explanation.

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All of the above

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What is the main purpose of the separation of powers in the U.S. Constitution?

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To divide governmental responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another

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Describe a scenario where the principle of limited government is applied in the United States.

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The government is unable to pass a law because it violates the Constitution.

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How does federalism allow for diversity in policy-making across the United States?

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By giving states the power to make decisions on issues not explicitly reserved for the federal government

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What role does judicial review play in the American legal system?

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It allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional.

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Analyze how the principle of popular sovereignty is reflected in the process of amending the Constitution.

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Amendments are proposed by Congress and must be ratified by the states, reflecting the will of the people.

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Which of the following is an example of checks and balances in action? The Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional, and Congress amends the law to comply with the Constitution.

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The Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional, and Congress amends the law to comply with the Constitution.

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Identify the principle of the Constitution that ensures no branch of government can dominate the others.

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Separation of Powers

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Discuss how the principle of federalism can lead to differences in education policy across states.

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Federalism allows states to set their own education standards and policies, leading to variations.