Electing Representatives to make decisions for you is called:

Federal government & state governments share power.

Power is with the people (citizens).

Government power is divided into 3 branches: Legislative, Executive & Judicial branches.

A system where each branch of government keeps the other branches from having too much power.

Citizens are guaranteed these, such as life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

The President's veto is overridden by a two-thirds vote in Congress. This is an example of which principle?

The city officers were elected by the people on the January ballot. This is an example of which of the principles of government?

Basic rights are protected by the Bill of Rights. This is an example of which of the principles of government?

The Preamble to the Constitution begins with "We the People." This is an example of which of the principles of government?

Government leaders must follow all the laws that citizens do. This is so they do not trample on citizens' rights.

The federal government taxes the income of all citizens. State governments also have the power to tax the citizens of their states.

In November, I will vote for someone to represent my beliefs in government (Example: President, Senators, Representatives). This person will represent me in Congress. Which Constitutional Principle is this an example of?

Which amendment protects us from unreasonable search and seizure?

Which amendment gives us the freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition and speech?

Which amendment gives us the right to a trial by jury?

Which amendment gives us the right to bear arms?

Which amendment protects us against cruel and unusual punishments?

Which amendment gives us the right to a fair and speedy trial?

Which amendment gives us the right to not testify against ourselves? It also protects us from being tried for the same crime twice and allows us due process.

Which amendment gives power to the states?

Which amendment protects us from soldiers coming into and taking over our homes?