Understanding Government Principles

Understanding Government Principles

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History

7th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the system of government where power is shared between a central government and smaller regional governments, like states?

Back

Federalism

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which principle states that the government's power is restricted by laws and the constitution?

Back

Limited Government

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the system called where each branch of government can limit the actions of the other branches?

Back

Checks and Balances

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the division of government responsibilities into different branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful?

Back

Separation of Powers

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which principle states that the authority of the government comes from the people?

Back

Popular Sovereignty

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are personal freedoms and protections guaranteed to all citizens by law called?

Back

Individual Rights

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the system of government where people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf?

Back

Republicanism

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