1.9 Vocabulary

What is the principle of government that allows each branch to limit the power of the other branches?

• Due process

• Individual rights

• Checks and balances

• Rule of law

Which principle ensures that people accused of crimes have laws that treat them fairly?

• Limited government

• Due process

• Separation of powers

• Checks and balances

What are rights called that cannot be restricted or taken away by government or human laws?

• Limited rights

• Individual rights

• Due process rights

• Government rights

What type of government is limited in power by a constitution or written agreement?

• Unlimited government

• Limited government

• Rule of law

• Checks and balances

Which principle states that no one is above the law?

• Rule of law

• Separation of powers

• Checks and balances

• Due process

What principle sets up a structural division of responsibilities within distinct branches of government?

• Individual rights

• Limited government

• Separation of powers

• Due process