The Constitution

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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which key concept means a system of government where citizens are represented by elected officials?
Back
Republicanism
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which key concept is defined as a government that is divided up into branches, and each branch has separate and independent branches?
Back
Separation of Power
Answer explanation
If you said Checks and Balances, remember that C and B only refers to when one branch of the government limits the power of another.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which key concept is where power is shared between the state and national government?
Back
Federalism
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which key concept is where the government's power is restricted by laws to protect individual liberties?
Back
Limited Government
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which key concept is where one branch of the government can limit the power of another branch of government?
Back
Checks and Balances
Answer explanation
If you said Limited Government, remember that Limited Government is only when the law limits the government, not another branch.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the following an example of? In the Constitution, some powers are given to the states. For example, states are responsible for establishing schools. Other powers, like the power to declare war, are given to the national government.
Back
Federalism
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the following an example of? The Declaration of Indepedence says, "Governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed."
Back
Popular Sovereignty
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