Understanding Legal and Governmental Concepts

What does "due process of law" mean?

• A) Everyone must follow the same rules.

• B) The government can take away your things without asking.

• C) People have the right to a fair trial before being punished.

• D) Only rich people get to go to court.

Which principle means that everyone is treated equally?

• Limited government

• Natural rights

• Equality of mankind

• Rule of law

What does "limited government" mean?

• The government can do whatever it wants.

• The government has rules that keep it from being too powerful.

• The government is in charge of everything.

• The government can change the rules whenever it wants.

Which of the following is an example of "natural rights"?

• The right to own a car.

• The right to life, liberty, and happiness.

• The right to stay up late.

• The right to have a pet.

What does the "rule of law" mean?

• Only some people have to follow the law.

• Everyone must follow the law, even the government.

• Laws can be ignored if you don't like them.

• Laws are only for certain people.

Why is it important for the government to have limited power?

• So it can help everyone equally.

• So it doesn't take away people's rights.

• So it can make more laws.

• So it can control everything.

How does "equality of mankind" affect our society?

• It allows some people to be treated better than others.

• It ensures everyone has the same opportunities and rights.

• It means everyone must think the same way.

• It allows people to choose their own laws.

Which document talks about natural rights?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

What happens if the government breaks the rule of law?

• Nothing, because they are in charge.

• They should be held accountable just like everyone else.

• They can change the law to fix it.

• They can ignore it.

Which principle helps protect people from unfair treatment?

• Due process of law

• Limited government

• Natural rights

• Equality of mankind