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Question 1

A principle of the federal government, according to the US Constitution that allows each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches

Answer 1

Checks and balances

Question 2

An agreement made by the people to establish a government and abide by its laws

Answer 2

Consent of the governed

Question 3

A persons ability to be free and independent

Answer 3

Individual liberty

Question 4

Having an effect or impact on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc. of another or others

Answer 4

Influence

Question 5

Laws passed by government to protect natural rights

Answer 5

Natural law

Question 6

The belief that individuals are born with basic rights that cannot be given away by governments; life liberty and property

Answer 6

Natural rights

Question 7

The structure of the federal government according to the US Constitution, that set up three branches with their own distinct powers and responsibilities

Answer 7

Separation of powers

Question 8

And implied agreement among the people of an organized society that defines the rights, duties, and limitations of the government and the government

Answer 8

Social contract