Principles of the Constitution

What is a principle?

• Person in charge of a school

• Way to solve a math problem

• Core value or belief that guides you

• Something you find in the Articles of Confederation

How many principles does the U.S. Constitution contain?

• 4

• 2

• 5

• 7

Which principle of the Constitution deals with the belief that people should be able to govern themselves and have the power?

• Federalism

• Republicanism

• Popular Sovereignty

• Limited Government

Which principle of the Constitution states that the power of the government must be restricted?

• Republicanism

• Limited Government

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

Which principle of the Constitution deals with the rights that every citizen is guaranteed and cannot be violated?

• Bill of Rights

• Individual Rights

• States Rights

• Right to Remain Silent

Which principle of the Constitution deals with the federal government being broken into 3 separate, but equal, branches?

• Checks and Balances

• Federalism

• Republicanism

• Separation of Powers

What are the 3 separate, but equal, branches of government known as? (SELECT THREE ANSWER CHOICES)

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Congressional Branch

• Judicial Branch

Which principle of the Constitution gives each branch of government the ability to check, or control, the other two?

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

• Limited Government

• Federalism

Which principle of the Constitution allows citizens to elect representatives to serve in government?

• Federalism

• Republicanism

• Limited Government

• Popular Sovereignty

The principle of Federalism states that power is shared by the national and state governments.

• True

• False