What is the Constitution of the United States?

A document that outlines the power of the federal government.

What is the preamble?

The introduction to the Constitution.

What is the purpose of the Elastic Clause?

Allows the Constitution document to change over time to meet the needs to the people.

What does "separation of powers" mean?

Dividing responsibility in the Federal Government so one branch doesn't become too powerful.

What is the definition of 'federal system' ?

A system of government in which the authority to govern is shared by the central and state governments.

What is "checks and balances?"

Each branch of power has the ability to limit the power of the other branches.

What is the principle of republicanism (the idea of the US as a REPUBLIC) ?

The interest of Americans are represented by elected officials.

Which proves we have a limited government? Options: The Constitution defines the limits of those in power., The people are in charge., There is a bill of rights., The people vote for their leaders.

The Constitution defines the limits of those in power.

What does the Supremacy Clause in Article VI of the U.S. Constitution accomplish?

Establishes the Constitution, federal laws, and treaties as the supreme law of the land.

Unconstitutional means _____________

the Constitution does NOT allow it

How did the U.S. Constitution address the problem under the Articles of Confederation that Congress had no power to ensure its laws were followed by the states?

It created an executive branch to enforce laws.

Why did the preamble to the Constitution begin with the phrase "We the People"?

to indicate that the American people were the ultimate source of its authority

What does the Constitution NOT do? Options: Sets up the government, Defines the limits of government, Protects the basic rights of Americans

Establishes the political party system

The Constitution 24/25: KAP Flashcards

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What is Posterity? (in preamble)

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Descendants

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What is Popular Sovereignty?

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Ruled by the people

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What is it called when you add to or change the Constitution?

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Amendment

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What does the elastic clause say?

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Congress can pass laws that are necessary even if implied.

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What is Federalism?

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Power divided between state and national government.

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What does Bicameral mean?

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The Legislative Branch has two "houses" or "chambers".

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What does Tranquility mean?

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Peace and Order

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