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7 Principles in the U.S. Constitution

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"We the People" is an example of what principle?

Popular Sovereignty

15

People elect their representatives

Republicanism

15

The president has the power to veto a bill is an example of what principle?

Checks and Balances

15

What are the 3 branches of government?

Legislative, Executive and Judicial

10

What principle is reflected?

Federalism

25

Which principle is reflected?

Checks and Balances

25

Which principle is reflected?

Checks and Balances

25

Freedom or religion, speech, press, petition and assembly are examples of what principle?

Individual Rights

10

Where did we get the idea of limited government? (document)

Magna Carta

15

What are the 2 houses in Congress?

House of Representatives and Senate

15

This institution gave the framers the idea of creating a representative assembly.

Virginia House of Burgesses

20

The first written constitution in the colonies.

Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

15

The idea that no one is above the law. This is an example of what principle?

limited government

15

The power of the government is divided to prevent the abuse of power is an example of which principle?

Separation of Powers

15

What French philosopher is credited for Separation of Powers?

Baron Charles de Montesquieu

25

Rights that are specifically granted to citizens and must be protected by the government.

Individual Rights

15