U.S. Constitution and Government Principles

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What does the principle of limited government mean?

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The government can only do what the Constitution allows.

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Which of the following is an example of federalism? Options: The President vetoing a bill., The division of power between national and state governments., The President appointing judges., The Senate ratifying treaties.

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The division of power between national and state governments.

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What is the purpose of the separation of powers?

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To divide the government into three branches to avoid too much power in one branch.

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Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

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Legislative Branch

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What is the concept of checks and balances?

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Each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches.

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What is the principle of popular sovereignty?

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The government gets its power from the people.

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Which case established the principle of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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What is the power of judicial review?

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The courts can declare laws unconstitutional.

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What does the Supremacy Clause do?

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States that federal law is supreme over state law in cases of conflict.

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Which power is an example of an enumerated power? Options: The power to regulate education., The power to coin money., The power to make treaties with other countries., The power to establish public health programs.

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The power to coin money.