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How does the principle of checks and balances contribute to the structure of the government?
How does the principle of checks and balances contribute to the structure of the government?
- It allows the executive branch to overrule decisions made by the judicial branch.
- It centralizes authority within the legislative branch for efficient lawmaking.
- It ensures no single branch can dominate, promoting a balance of power. (correct)
- It divides power equally among the states, preventing federal overreach.
What is the significance of the phrase "We the People" in the Constitution's preamble?
What is the significance of the phrase "We the People" in the Constitution's preamble?
- It defines the criteria for citizenship and participation in the democratic process.
- It emphasizes the importance of individual rights over collective governance.
- It outlines the specific powers granted to the federal government by the states.
- It establishes the authority of the government as derived from the citizens. (correct)
In a scenario where a state law contradicts the Constitution, which law takes precedence?
In a scenario where a state law contradicts the Constitution, which law takes precedence?
- The Constitution, as it is the supreme law of the land. (correct)
- The decision is made on a case-by-case basis, considering the specific circumstances.
- The state law, as it reflects the specific needs and values of its residents.
- The decision is left to the discretion of the state's governor.
What is the defining characteristic of a republic as it relates to the principles of the Constitution?
What is the defining characteristic of a republic as it relates to the principles of the Constitution?
Why does the Constitution enumerate specific powers?
Why does the Constitution enumerate specific powers?
How did the Fourteenth Amendment broaden the scope of citizenship in the United States?
How did the Fourteenth Amendment broaden the scope of citizenship in the United States?
What is the collective significance of the first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights?
What is the collective significance of the first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights?
What does it mean when a state law and a federal law 'contradict' each other?
What does it mean when a state law and a federal law 'contradict' each other?
Which of the following best illustrates the principle of popular sovereignty?
Which of the following best illustrates the principle of popular sovereignty?
How does the enumeration of powers in the Constitution directly relate to the concept of limited government?
How does the enumeration of powers in the Constitution directly relate to the concept of limited government?
Flashcards
Preamble
Preamble
The opening statement of the Constitution, expressing its purpose and guiding principles.
Federal Law
Federal Law
When a state law opposes the Constitution, the Constitution always applies.
Contradict
Contradict
To go against or state the opposite.
Republic
Republic
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Enumerated Powers
Enumerated Powers
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Checks and Balances
Checks and Balances
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Fourteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
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Bill of Rights
Bill of Rights
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Popular sovereignty
Popular sovereignty
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Study Notes
- The first words of the preamble is "We the People".
- A state law that contradicts the Constitution is superseded by federal law.
- Contradict means to go against or state the opposite.
- Republic is a government in which the people rule through elected representatives.
- The Constitution lists enumerated powers.
- Checks and balances helps maintain a balance in the power of the three branches.
- The Fourteenth Amendment granted full citizenship to formerly enslaved African Americans.
- The Bill of Rights are the first 10 amendments.
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