Principles and the Preamble

Question 1

When the Supreme Court makes a ruling on a case that serves to interpret a law passed by Congress, it is an example of

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checks and balances.

Question 2

Which best describes a role of the executive branch of the federal government?

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enforcing laws

Question 3

The president vetoes a bill proposed to become law by Congress. In this situation, what is the purpose of this power?

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to limit the power of the legislative branch

Question 4

popular sovereigntychecks and balancesfederalismrepublicanism

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popular sovereignty

Question 5

The Constitution’s creation of a national government with separation of powers

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prevents the national government from being controlled by one branch.

Question 6

Which concept describes the idea that government and government officials are not above the law?

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rule of law

Question 7

Why were the Articles of Confederation replaced with the Constitution?

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The Articles of Confederation did not give strong power to the federal government.

Question 8

The division and sharing of power between state and national governments is the principle of

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federalism.

Question 9

The Constitution regulates government powers by

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providing guides and limits to the government’s power.

Question 10

Under the Constitution, political rights protect the freedoms of

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every American citizen.

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