7 Principles

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In a school election, the students voted to choose their class representative, demonstrating the principle that the authority to lead comes from the students themselves.

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Popular Sovereignty

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In a classroom debate, Daniel argued that the government should only have the powers that the Constitution gives to it. Which principle was he referring to?

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Limited Government

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What is the system where Congress makes laws, the President carries out the laws, and the Courts explain and interpret the laws? Options: Checks and Balances, Separation of Powers, Federalism

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Separation of Powers

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What is the purpose of Checks and Balances?

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each branch of government has the power to check or limit the actions of the other two

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Describe Republicanism

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citizens elect representatives to carry out their will

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Division of power between the federal government and the states

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Federalism

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The people voting for who they want in the House of Representatives is an example of--

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Popular Sovereignty

Front

In the vibrant town of Harmonyville, Olivia organized a lively and peaceful protest in the town square, and the government didn't interfere at all! Which individual right protected by the Constitution does this scenario highlight?

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Individual Rights

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Abigail comes up with a quirky new rule for the class--> Emma, the class president, gives it a thumbs down--> But wait! The class rallies together and with a 2/3 vote, they bring the rule to life! What concept does this illustrate? Options: Checks and Balances, Separation of Powers, Limited Government

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Checks and Balances

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In a classroom election, the students decide who will be the class president. This is an example of the principle that "people rule".

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Popular Sovereignty