Quiz on Republicanism, Limited Government, Rule of Law, Majority Rule with Minority Rights, and Individual Rights

What is republicanism?

• A theory of government that emphasizes the participation of citizens for the common good of the community

• A theory of government that emphasizes the power of the individual over the community

• A theory of government that emphasizes the rights of the minority over the majority

• A theory of government that emphasizes the rule of law above all else

What does republicanism stress?

• The public rights and obligations of citizens to cooperate in support of their community

• The individual rights and obligations of citizens to prioritize their own interests

• The rights and obligations of the government to control the actions of citizens

• The rights and obligations of citizens to rebel against their government

According to republicanism, are the needs of the community superior to the claims of the individual?

• No

• Yes

What are citizens obligated to do in republicanism?

• Stay out of public affairs and focus on their personal lives

• Obey the government without question

• Participate extensively and cooperatively in public affairs

• Rebel against the government when they disagree

According to republicanism, are citizens equal in their duties, responsibilities, and rights?

• No

• Yes

What is the foundation of good government in republicanism?

• Popular sovereignty

• Authoritarian rule

• Monarchy

• Anarchy

What does limited government mean?

• Officials cannot simply do as they please and are guided and limited by the constitution and the laws

• Officials have unlimited power and can do as they please

• Officials are elected by the people and can do as they please

• Officials are appointed by the government and can do as they please

What does rule of law mean?

• Neither government officials nor citizens are allowed to violate the Constitution or the laws

• The Constitution and the laws can be changed at any time

• Citizens have the power to violate the Constitution and the laws

• Government officials have the power to violate the Constitution and the laws

Under the rule of law, how are all people accused of crimes treated?

• Differently based on their social status

• Differently based on their political beliefs

• Differently based on their race

• Equally under the law

What does federalism in the Constitution do?

• Abolishes the state governments

• Gives all power to the state governments

• Gives all power to the national government

• Divides power between the national and state governments, limiting the power of both