US Constitution

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What does the Constitution do?

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sets up and defines the government

Front

The first three words of the U.S. Constitution exemplify which of the following principles?

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Popular Sovereignty

Front

This plan favored large states with representation in Congress based on population.

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Virginia Plan

Front

This plan favored small states with each state receiving equal representation in Congress

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New Jersey Plan

Front

What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

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checks and balances

Front

How is the number of U.S. Representatives chosen for each state?

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by state population

Front

The U.S. House of Representatives has how many voting members?

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435

Front

How many years are there in one term of office for a U.S. Representative?

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2

Front

How many U.S. Senators are there?

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100

Front

How many years are there in one term of office for a U.S. Senator?

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6