U.S. Constitution

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the system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other two branches

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checks and balances

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Arguments for the ratification of the Constitution can be found in what historical document(s)? Options: The Articles of Confederation, The Federalist Papers, Declaration of Independence, The Bill of Rights

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The Federalist Papers

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What was the name given to the first 10 amendments to the US Constitution that protect individual freedoms?

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Bill of Rights

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What is the name of the document that creates our Government?

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The Constitution

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Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?

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The President

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Which Branch of Government consists of the Supreme Court?

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The Judicial Branch

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The ----- wanted representation in Congress based on state population.

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Virginia Plan

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This compromise solved the conflict over counting slaves towards representation in Congress.

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3/5ths Compromise

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This principle means that political power resides with the people who can create, change, and abolish government. People express their power through voting and free participation in government.

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Popular Sovereignty

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The ----- protects against the government quartering troops in homes of citizens.

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3rd Amendment