Principles and Preamble

Which principle of the U. S. Constitution ensures that the government's power comes from the citizens?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

Which principle of the U. S. Constitution ensures that the United States government shares power between the states and national government?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

Which principle of the U. S. Constitution divides the government into 3 branches: legislative, executive and judicial?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

Which principle of the U. S. Constitution ensures that each branch has certain controls over the other branches?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

Which principle of the U.S. Constitution is demonstrated by the ability of Congress to override a presidential veto?

• Separation of Powers

• Popular Sovereignty

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

Which principle of the U.S. Constitution ensures that the government only has the powers granted to it by the Constitution?

• Republicanism

• Separation of Powers
• Federalism

• Limited Government

Which principle of the U. S. Constitution ensures that citizens elect representatives to make the laws?

• Republicanism

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Limited Government

Which principle of the U. S. Constitution ensures that the document and the government will protect people's rights?

• Separation of Powers

• Individual Rights

• Popular Sovereignty

• Limited Government

What is the significance of the phrase "We the People" in the U.S. Constitution?

• It signifies that the government derives its power from the citizens.

• It highlights the role of the states in the union.

• It emphasizes the power of the government over the people.

• It indicates the importance of the military in governance.

What is the main purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

• To describe the structure of the government

• To list the amendments to the Constitution

• To introduce the Constitution and state its purpose

• To outline the rights of citizens