Principles of US Constitution Flashcards
1
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Which amendment gives all powers not reserved for the federal government to the states?
A
10th amendment
2
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Which academic and philosopher heavily influenced the idea of a separation of powers in the US?
A
John Locke
2
Q
How does the US constitution steer the US towards limited government?
A
Checks and balances
3
Q
what are checks and balances
A
Counterbalancing influences by which an organisation or system is regulated- ensuring that political power is not concentrated in the hands of individuals or groups. All 3 branches can put brakes on each other’s actions.
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