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What does the principle of majority rule imply about individual rights?
What does the principle of majority rule imply about individual rights?
Which document is NOT considered a major American state paper?
Which document is NOT considered a major American state paper?
What is the main function of the Executive Branch of the government?
What is the main function of the Executive Branch of the government?
Which statement best defines popular sovereignty?
Which statement best defines popular sovereignty?
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Who is responsible for electing the President of the United States?
Who is responsible for electing the President of the United States?
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What is state sovereignty?
What is state sovereignty?
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Which of the following branches of government makes laws?
Which of the following branches of government makes laws?
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What system is in place to limit the power of the majority in the United States?
What system is in place to limit the power of the majority in the United States?
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What does it mean to be impeached?
What does it mean to be impeached?
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Which branch of government has the power to veto bills?
Which branch of government has the power to veto bills?
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According to Washington's quote, how should incorrect distributions of constitutional powers be addressed?
According to Washington's quote, how should incorrect distributions of constitutional powers be addressed?
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Why might Luther Martin claim that the Constitution was inconsistent with the principles of the Revolution?
Why might Luther Martin claim that the Constitution was inconsistent with the principles of the Revolution?
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What is one step forward for the principle of equal protection under the law?
What is one step forward for the principle of equal protection under the law?
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What is one step backward regarding equal protection under the law?
What is one step backward regarding equal protection under the law?
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Which of the following statements about amending the Constitution aligns with Washington's view?
Which of the following statements about amending the Constitution aligns with Washington's view?
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Which branch has the authority to declare acts of other branches unconstitutional?
Which branch has the authority to declare acts of other branches unconstitutional?
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Study Notes
Majority and Minority
- Majority refers to the larger part or group in a comparison.
- Minority refers to the smaller part or group in a comparison.
- Majority rule protects individual rights, as these are protected by the Constitution.
- The power of the majority is limited by federalism, democracy, a system of representation, and the protection of individual rights.
State Papers
- State papers are historical documents.
- The three major US state papers are the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the United States Constitution.
Popular Sovereignty and State Sovereignty
- Popular sovereignty means the people are the highest legal authority.
- State sovereignty means the states are the highest legal authority.
Branches of Government
- The three branches of government are: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.
- The Legislative Branch makes laws.
- The Executive Branch carries out laws.
- The Judicial Branch interprets laws.
- Congress is the Legislative Branch, including the Senate and House of Representatives.
Checks and Balances
- A check of power for each branch of government ensures no single branch becomes too influential.
- Examples include the Legislative Branch impeaching elected officials, the Judicial Branch declaring acts unconstitutional, and the Executive Branch vetoing bills.
Impeachment
- Impeachment means being charged with misconduct.
Constitutional Amendments
- The Constitution can be amended to correct perceived flaws in its distribution of power.
- Amendment procedures are outlined in the Constitution.
The Constitution and Slavery
- Critics argued the Constitution was inconsistent with ideals of liberty and equality due to its initial acceptance of slavery.
- The Founding Fathers' views on ideals such as liberty, equality, and self-government are complex and often contradictory.
Equal Protection Under Law
- Equal protection under law is a principle in US government.
- A step forward was the Brown vs. Board of Education decision which ended segregation.
- A step backward was the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts of U.S. government, including majority and minority dynamics, essential state papers, and the principles of popular and state sovereignty. Additionally, explore the three branches of government and their functions. This quiz is a great way to reinforce your understanding of American political principles.
