Constitutional Limits on Governmental Power Flashcard

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What is the concept of limited government in the U.S Constitution?

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The government is limited in power by a constitution and laws

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

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To prevent one part of the government from having too much power

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What is an example of separation of powers in the U.S Constitution? Options: Congress has the power to declare war, while the president is the commander-in-chief of the military; Congress has the power to appoint federal judges, while the president can veto laws; The president has the power to sign treaties, while the Senate can confirm appointments.

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All of the above

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What is the purpose of checks and balances in the U.S Constitution?

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To maintain balance among the branches of government

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What is an example of checks and balances in the U.S Constitution? Options: Congress can override a presidential veto, The president can appoint federal judges, The Supreme Court can declare a law unconstitutional.

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All of the above

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What is the concept of rule of law in the U.S Constitution?

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Everyone in a society is accountable to the same laws

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Where can the concept of rule of law be found in the U.S Constitution?

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Throughout the document, including the Bill of Rights and other amendments

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What is the concept of due process of law in the U.S Constitution?

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A fundamental principle of fairness in all legal matters

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What impact did the U.S Constitution have on the world?

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Many constitutions borrowed phrases and concepts from the U.S Constitution

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Which branch of government has the power of judicial review?

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The judicial branch