US Constitution and Principles of Self-Government Quiz

Why did the Articles of Confederation fail to establish a lasting government?

• It had too many branches of government.

• It was too powerful and centralized.

• It lacked sound principles and effective governance.

• It was too focused on individual liberties.

What is the primary role of the legislative branch in the US government?

• To interpret the laws.

• To enforce the laws.

• To make the laws.

• To amend the Constitution.

Which principle allows each branch of the US government to limit the powers of the other branches?

• Federalism

• Popular sovereignty

• Checks and balances

• Judicial review

What does the federalism principle entail?

• The federal government has all the powers.

• The federal government can override state laws at any time.

• States have more power than the federal government.

• Power is shared between the federal and state governments.

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To establish the supremacy of federal laws.

• To define the powers of the executive branch.

• To protect individual liberties.

• To outline the structure of the government.