Principles of Law in the United States

What is the principle that requires all people and the government to accept and uphold a system of laws in the United States?

• Rule of law

• Rule of leaders

• Rule of citizens

• Rule of officials

Who must take an oath to uphold the Constitution when they take office?

• Only the president

• Only federal judges

• All government officers

• Only state lawmakers

What does the rule of law limit the ability of leaders to do?

• Make arbitrary decisions

• Enforce laws

• Create new laws

• Hold public office

What must judges' decisions be based on when questions arise about laws in court?

• The Constitution

• Public opinion

• State laws

• Presidential orders

What is the key legal protection that upholds the rule of law?

• Due process

• Freedom of speech

• Right to privacy

• Right to vote

What must individuals be notified of according to the principle of due process?

• Their right to vote

• Charges against them

• Their right to privacy

• Public opinion

What must be consistent with the Constitution according to the rule of law?

• Public opinion

• Decisions and actions by the president and governors

• State laws only

• Federal laws only

What is an essential feature of democratic government according to the text?

• Rule of law

• Rule of the majority

• Rule of the elite

• Rule of the military