Principles of Democracy & Philosophers

Which action violates the principle of limited government?

• Police entering homes without a warrant.

• Congress passing a law with citizen support.

• Courts overturning unconstitutional laws.

• Governors vetoing harmful bills.

What does "consent of the governed" mean?

• Citizens are the source of all government power.

• The government gives citizens power.

• The President decides all policies.

• Laws are passed without citizen input.

Which principle prevents any single branch of government from becoming too powerful?

• Checks and balances

• Rule of law

• Consent of the governed

• Limited government

If the President commits a crime and can be removed from office, this is an example of:

• Consent of the governed

• Rule of law

• Limited government

• Individual rights

Which principle is demonstrated when citizens have the right to vote for their leaders?

• Rule of law

• Limited government

• Individual rights

• Representative government

Which principle is reflected when the government cannot take away personal freedoms without due process?

• Rule of law

• Limited government

• Individual rights

• Representative government

When a Senator listens to voters before making a decision, this reflects which principle?

• Rule of law

• Limited government

• Consent of the governed

• Checks and balances

The freedom to practice any religion without government interference is an example of:

• Rule of law

• Limited government

• Individual rights

• Representative government

Competitive elections and multiple political parties are key features of:

• Limited government

• Rule of law

• Representative government

• Checks and balances

When the Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional, this is an example of:

• Rule of law

• Checks and balances

• Consent of the governed

• Limited government