Principles of The United States Constitution

Who is considered the father of the Constitution

• George Washington
• John Adams
• James Madison
• Thomas Jefferson

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) 

What is federalism?

• The people vote for their leaders who then represent them. 
• The people have individual rights. 
• There are three branches of government. 
• The state and national government share power. 

Which proves that the USA uses separation of powers?

• The people vote for their leaders. 
• The people are in charge. 
• There are three branches of government. 
• The people have individual rights. (bill of rights) 

What is popular sovereignty?

• "The people rule." 
• There are three branches of government. 
• There are two houses in the legislature. 
• The people vote for their leaders who then represent them. 

Enforces the laws

• Executive Branch
• Legislative Branch
• Judicial Branch

What is another name for the federal government?

• national government
• state government

The Constitution has three sections. They are: (choose all that apply)

• The Executive

• The Preamble

• The Amendments

• The Coda

• The Articles

What is another meaning for popular sovereignty?

• "Power of the people"
• "Power of the government"
• "Power of the President"
• "Power of the Upper Class"

What is the purpose of the Legislative Branch?

• Make laws
• Enforce laws
• Interpret laws
• Ignore laws