7 Principles of the Constitution

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The Supreme Court interprets the law

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Separation of Powers

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What principle is expressed in the phrase "We the People of the United States…"?

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Popular Sovereignty

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What does the phrase "the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed" refer to?

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Individual Rights

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Federalism

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What concept is described by the statement: "The powers not delegated to the United States… are reserved to the States respectively…"?

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Federalism

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What principle is illustrated by the President's power to make treaties with the Senate's advice and consent?

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Checks and Balances

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The United States may not restrict your freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition, or speech

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Individual Rights

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The Constitution outlines our government and restricts its powers. What is this principle called?

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Limited Government

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Separation of Powers

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The president of the United States has to follow the same laws as everyone else.

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Limited Government