Principles of Government Quiz

The right to express opinions freely without censorship.

The legal right to own firearms, to protect yourself.

Soldiers cannot stay in a home without the owner's consent.

Searches or seizures without legal cause are forbidden.

Fair treatment through the normal judicial system, protections in legal matters.

Cannot be tried twice for the same crime.

You don't have to testify against yourself.

Government must pay fair price for taking private property.

Guarantees a speedy and public trial with an impartial jury. Accused must be informed of charges, can confront witnesses, and have legal representation.

Ensures the right to a jury trial in civil cases with high value. Also prevents double jeopardy - being tried twice for the same crime.

Prohibits excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. It ensures humane treatment for those accused.

States that powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states or to the people.

A system where power is shared between a national government and state governments.

The government's powers are restricted by a constitution or other laws.

The people hold the ultimate power in government, and their consent is necessary.

A system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them.

Each branch of government has the ability to limit the powers of the other branches.

The system of dividing government responsibilities into three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial, each with its own powers. This prevents one branch from gaining too much power.

The president's power to reject a law passed by Congress.

Congress can override a presidential veto if two-thirds of the members of both the House of Representatives and the Senate vote to do so.

The president appoints Supreme Court justices, but the Senate must approve the appointments.

Congress can impeach federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, if they violate the law or commit crimes.

Congress can overturn the President's veto with a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate.

To formally accuse a public official, such as the President or a judge, of wrongdoing.

The President chooses certain positions, like Supreme Court justices and federal judges.

A law or action is deemed invalid because it violates the Constitution.

To set aside money for a specific purpose, like funding government programs.

The idea that the government's power comes from the people and that the people have the right to rule themselves. It emphasizes the right of the people to make their own decisions and choose their leaders.

The division of government powers into three distinct branches: legislative, executive, and judicial, each having its own specific responsibilities, preventing one branch from becoming too powerful.

A system designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful by giving each branch the ability to limit the actions of the others. This ensures a balance of power.

A system where power is shared between a national government and state governments, allowing both levels to have specific responsibilities.

The president's power to reject a bill passed by Congress, preventing it from becoming law. However, Congress can override a veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both houses.

The judicial branch, through the courts, has the power to interpret laws and decide whether they are constitutional. They determine if the law is consistent with the Constitution.

The power of the courts to declare a law unconstitutional. This power ensures that laws passed by Congress or the president are consistent with the Constitution. It is a key check on the power of both the legislative and executive branches.

The idea that the government's power is restricted and that individual rights are protected from government overreach. It ensures the government does not become too powerful.