Exploring the 7 Principles of the Constitution

The video explains the seven principles of the U.S. Constitution: federalism, limited government, individual rights, popular sovereignty, republicanism, checks and balances, and separation of powers. Each principle is discussed in detail, highlighting its significance and application in governing the country. The video uses the mnemonic 'FLIP ROCKS' to help remember these principles.

What mnemonic is used to remember the seven principles of the Constitution?

• FLIP ROCKS

• ROCKS FLIP

• ROCK FLIPS

• FLIP STONES

Which principle involves the federal government sharing power with the states?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Republicanism

• Federalism

• Limited Government

What is an example of a concurrent power shared by both the federal and state governments?

• Setting speed limits

• Taxation

• Creating post offices

• Coining money

Which document added in 1791 best represents Individual Rights?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The English Bill of Rights

• The Magna Carta

• The Bill of Rights

What does Popular Sovereignty mean?

• The states have more power

• The people are in charge

• The president has ultimate authority

• The government has all the power

What does Republicanism mean in the context of the seven principles?

• Being a member of the Republican party

• People voting for representatives

• A form of monarchy

• Direct democracy

Which branch of government has the power to veto laws?

• State

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Executive

What is the main purpose of Checks and Balances?

• To eliminate the judicial branch

• To allow the president to make all decisions

• To ensure no branch becomes too powerful

• To give more power to the states

What does the principle of Separation of Powers entail?

• Combining all powers into one branch

• Dividing power among different branches

• Eliminating the legislative branch

• Giving all power to the president

Which branches of government are included in the Separation of Powers?

• Republican, Democrat, Independent

• Military, Civil, Judicial

• Federal, State, Local

• Legislative, Executive, Judicial