5. Memory Monday - Constitution

Front

The principle that requires all U.S. citizens, including government leaders, to obey the law.

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Limited Government

Front

What is the division of government powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches?

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Separation of Powers

Front

Citizens elect representatives

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Republicanism

Front

Each branch of government has some influence over the other branches

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Checks and Balances

Front

The people rule

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Popular Sovereignty

Front

Rights guaranteed to all United States citizens under the Bill of Rights

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Individual Rights

Front

Which Enlightenment thinker helped develop the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances?

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Montesquieu

Front

Which Enlightenment thinker helped develop the principle of individual rights?

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Locke

Front

Which amendment guarantees no unreasonable search and seizure?

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4th

Front

What is due process, which is protected under the 5th Amendment?

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Fair treatment of citizens through the judicial system