Branches Of Govn.

Question 1

Limited government

Answer 1

The powers of the federal government are limited to those specifically provided in the constitution

Question 2

Republicanism

Answer 2

Americans created a republican form of government. A democratic government of representatives elected by the people

Question 3

Federalism

Answer 3

The idea that powers of governments are divided between the federal and state governments

Question 4

Separation of powers

Answer 4

The powers of federal government are split between three branches of government executive legislative and judicial

Question 5

Checks and balances

Answer 5

Each branch has powers to check the powers of other branches

Question 6

First amendment and the 5 rights are

Answer 6

.freedom of religion- separation of church and state
.Right of assembly -congress can’t deny individuals right
.freedom of press
.right to petition
.freedom of speech

Question 7

2nd amendment

Answer 7

The right to bear arms (right to own guns)

Question 8

3rd amendment

Answer 8

People can’t be compelled (force) to quarter (house) troops in their homes

Question 9

The 4th,6th,8th

Answer 9

If accused of a crime (rights you’re guaranteed )fourth amendment protects unreasonable searches or taking property

Question 10

Article 1 - legislative Branch

Answer 10

Consists the House of Representatives and senate- makes laws

Question 11

Article 2 -executive branch

Answer 11

Consists president and their cabinet - makes sure laws get executed

Question 12

Article 3 - Judicial branch

Answer 12

Consists the Supreme Court and al lower courts-makes sure laws are constitutional