Bell ringer 12/02

Which of the following is an example of Federalism?

• States are responsible for taxes on gasoline. The U.S. government is responsible for federal income taxes.

• People (Citizens) have the right to abolish or change the government.

• Voting for the mayor, governor or president.

Which of the following is an example of Popular Sovereignty?

• Voting for the mayor, governor or president.

• The U.S. government cannot extend its power beyond what is written in the U.S. Constitution.

• People (Citizens) have the right to abolish or change the government.

Which of the following is an example of Individual Rights?

• The U.S. government cannot extend its power beyond what is written in the U.S. Constitution.

• The president can veto a bill passed by Congress.The Supreme Court could declare the law unconstitutional.

• You have the right to practice any religion you wish.

Which of the following is an example of Checks and Balances?

• States are responsible for taxes on gasoline. The U.S. government is responsible for federal income taxes.

• The president can veto a bill passed by Congress. The Supreme Court could declare the law unconstitutional.

• People (Citizens) have the right to abolish or change the government.

Which of the following is an example of Limited Government?

• The U.S. government cannot extend its power beyond what is written in the U.S. Constitution.

• You have the right to practice any religion you wish.

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