iCivics Limiting Government Quiz

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Purpose of a Constitution

Back

Rulebook for government; defines rights and responsibilities of citizens.

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Rule of Law

Back

Laws enforced; everyone must follow

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Consent of the governed

Back

Citizens give permission to be governed through voting

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Separation of Power

Back

Divides power among branches to prevent too much control

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Significance of protecting minority rights

Back

Protects small/unpopular groups' rights

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Limit on government failed:

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Consent of the Governed

Front

Limit on government ignored by Fujimori

Back

Rule of Law

Front

Limit on government failed:

Back

Separation of Power

Front

Limit on government ignored by Fujimori

Back

Rights of the Minority

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Limit on government failed:

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Rule of Law