6 principles of Government quiz

Question 1

rule by the people; consent of the governed; authority of gov flows from the people; people elect reps to rule on their behalf

Answer 1

Popular Sovereignty & republicanism

Question 2

power is divided by the state and national (federal) government. National gov: issues that affect country as a whole. State gov: act on local matters.

Answer 2

Federalism

Question 3

protects the rights of individuals from government overreach. (bill of rights), freedom of speech, religion, press, arms.

Answer 3

Individual Rights

Question 4

a system that divides power and prevents any single government institution from becoming too powerful

Answer 4

Separation of Powers

Question 5

essential to democracy; limits power of national government; specifies powers of the gov, and things they are prohibited from doing as well.

Answer 5

Limited Government

Question 6

the three separate branches: legislative, judicial, and executive. Each branch exercises some control over the other two.

Answer 6

Checks & Balances