Principles of the Constitution Quiz

Match the pictures with the Principle in the U.S. Constitution.

• Popular Sovereignty

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• Republicanism

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• Federalism

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Match the pictures with the Principle in the U.S. Constitution.

• Checks and Balances

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• Separation of Powers

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• Limited Government

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• Individual Rights

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What is "Popular Sovereignty"?

• The authority of a state and its government is determined by a small group of elites.
• The authority of a state and its government is created and sustained by the consent of its people.
• Popular Sovereignty refers to the power of the military in a state.

What is "Republicanism"?

• Type of government where representatives are voted for to act on the behalf of voters

• A religious belief system
• A type of economic system

What is "Federalism"?

• A system of government in which power is held by a single individual
• A system of government in which power is divided between national and state governments

• A system of government in which power is concentrated in a central authority

What is "Separation of Powers"?

• The separation of powers is the division of government powers among different branches.
• The separation of powers is the division of government powers among different countries.
• The separation of powers is the division of government powers among different individuals.

What is "Checks and Balances"?

• A system in which the powers of government are controlled by a single individual.
• A system in which the powers of government are divided among different branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
• A system in which the powers of government are determined by the military.

What is "Limited Government"?

• Government has power but with some restrictions

• Government has unlimited power

• Government has no power

What is "Individual Rights"?

• A term used to describe the power of the government over individuals.
• A concept that only applies to certain groups of people.
• Basic liberties and freedoms that every person is entitled to.