Principles of American Government

The video tutorial covers the seven principles of the U.S. Constitution, focusing on popular sovereignty, republicanism, limited government, and individual rights. It explains how the Constitution outlines the structure of the government and the principles guiding the nation. The tutorial highlights the historical context of the Constitution's creation, emphasizing the power of the people, the role of voting, and the limitations on government power. It also discusses the Bill of Rights as a safeguard for individual freedoms.

What is the main idea behind popular sovereignty?

• The government has unlimited power.

• The Constitution is irrelevant.

• The power lies with the people.

• The President is the ultimate authority.

How do people exercise their power in a republican system?

• By forming political parties.

• By appointing judges.

• By directly making laws.

• By voting for representatives.

What is the role of the House of Representatives in the U.S. government?

• To appoint the President.

• To represent the people by being elected every two years.

• To enforce laws.

• To make laws directly.

What does the principle of limited government ensure?

• The government is restricted to powers granted by the Constitution.

• The President has absolute power.

• The government can do anything it wants.

• The government can override the Constitution.

Which of the following is a power of the President according to the Constitution?

• To declare war unilaterally.

• To make treaties with Senate approval.

• To create laws.

• To appoint state governors.

What is prohibited by the principle of limited government?

• Establishing a national religion.

• The right to bear arms.

• Freedom of speech.

• The right to vote.

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To grant unlimited power to the government.

• To limit the rights of citizens.

• To protect individual rights from government overreach.

• To establish a monarchy.

Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?

• Fourth Amendment.

• First Amendment.

• Second Amendment.

• Tenth Amendment.

What principle ensures that the government cannot overreach its power?

• Popular sovereignty.

• Republicanism.

• Limited government.

• Federalism.

Which principle allows citizens to vote for their representatives?

• Popular sovereignty.

• Individual rights.

• Republicanism.

• Limited government.