Lesson 5

Question 1

CONSTITUTIONALISM

Answer 1

This is a doctrine or principle which describes and supports a constitution as the
supreme law of the land. It is an instrument that provides a system of effective restraints
upon political power.

Question 2

Restraints

Answer 2

are the heart of constitutionalism.

Question 3

CONSTITUTION

Answer 3

Refers to a body of fundamental laws, rules, customs, norms, standards, and principles according to which the government operates and its relations with the citizens
are defined.

Question 4

. Written Constitution

Answer 4

consists of a single document regarded as the fundamental law of the land

Question 5

. Unwritten Constitution

Answer 5

Not embodied in a single written instrument.

It is an evolved constitution which undergoes growth and development in the customs and traditions of the people and reinforced by written laws, rules, and
principles

Question 6

The preamble

Answer 6

an introduction to the Constitution; not a part of the fundamental
law but enumerates the general objectives of the Constitution

Question 7

doctrine of separation of powers

Answer 7

Provisions regarding the organization, form, and distribution of the powers and functions of government

Question 8

Bill of rights

Answer 8

enumeration of
the rights of the people protected and guaranteed by the Constitution)

Question 9

Civil Rights

Answer 9

– a right of an individual enforced by the state at the instance
of the individual for the purpose of securing for him the means of enjoying liberty and happiness.

Question 10

Political Rights

Answer 10

relation to his participation in the organization and administration of government. (i.e. right to vote, right to run for public office, etc.

Question 11

Amendatory process

Answer 11

(provisions prescribing the methods of amending the
Constitution)