Constitutional Principles

Did you know?

The idea of limited Government was adopted from the Magna Carta in 1215 when the King's powers were limited.

​WHAT HAPPENS IN A STALEMATE?

Multiple Choice

What Constitutional Principle says "We the People"?

• Popular Sovereignty
• Judicial Review
• Limited Government
• Separation of Powers

Multiple Choice

What is "checks and balances?"

• Each branch of power has the ability to limit the power of the other branches. 
• The people elect their leaders. 
• The people are in charge. 
• The people have rights. (Bill of Rights) 

Multiple Choice

The fact that states can make their own laws is an example of which constitutional principle?

• separation of power
• federalism

Multiple Choice

These are personal liberties (freedoms) and privileges that should be guaranteed to every citizen

• Individual Rights
• Separation of Powers
• Limited Government

Multiple Choice

Which branch has the most power?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• None of the above

Multiple Choice

When the president vetos a bill presented by Congress which branch would he or she checking?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

Multiple Choice

If Congress impeaches the president, what branch of government are they checking?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

Multiple Select

What are 3 shared powers between the national and state governments? Check the 3 that apply.

• Establish courts

• Provide for the general welfare

• Declare War

• Punish criminals