Principles of the Constitution

The idea that the government was created by the people of America was--

• popular sovereignty

• Federalism

• Republicanism

Who shares power according to the principle of federalism?

• Executive and Legislative branches.

• State government and federal government.

• Elected officials and appointed officials.

Which principle split the power of the government into three branches?

• Limited Government

• Republicanism

• Separation of Powers

Why was the Bill of Rights included in the Constitution?

• To make sure that the three branches of government would work properly.

• To provide additional guarantees for individual rights.

The Federal government is also known as?

• Limited government

• Main Government

• National Government

• Official government

Which document was included in the U.S. Constitution to support the principle of Individual rights?

• Bill of Rights

• Articles of Confederation

• Unalienable rights

People voting on their elected representatives is an example of what constitutional principle?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Republicanism

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

• separation of power

• federalism

Congress can veto a law that is trying to be passed. This is an example of..

• checks and balances

• limited government