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What principle of government says each branch of government should have unique duties?
Separation of powers
What principle of government requires everyone, even leaders, to follow the rules?
Rule of law
What principle of government allows each brach of government to have a little power over the other two?
Checks and balances
What does the tern "popular sovereignty" mean?
Power belongs to the people.
A _____________ is a written document that defines the rules and principles of a government.
constitution
Which principle of government refers to the division of power between federal and state government?
Federalism
What is another name for our federal government?
US government, national government, or central government
Where is the capital of our state government located?
Sacramento
Where is the capital of our federal government located?
Washington, DC
What type of constitution makes a strong bond between states?
Union
What type of constitution makes a loose bond between states?
Confederation
Which part of the Constitution explains why it was written?
Preamble
Which part of the Constitution includes the Bill of Rights?
Amendments
What part of the constitution is the "guts" or main part?
Articles
Which branch of government resolves disputes?
Judicial branch
Which branch of government are the police a part of?
Executive branch
What do we call the power to interpret laws?
Judicial power
What do we call the power to make laws?
Legislative power
What do we call the power to enforce laws?
Executive power