Foundations of American Government

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Which Enlightenment thinker's ideas on natural rights influenced the Declaration of Independence and later the Constitution?

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John Locke

Front

The concept of separation of powers was introduced to prevent:

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Any one branch from becoming too powerful

Front

Under the U.S. Constitution, who has the power to regulate interstate commerce?

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The federal government

Front

The Tenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states that powers not given to the federal government are:

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Reserved for the states or the people

Front

Which principle is demonstrated when a governor vetoes a state bill?

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Checks and balances

Front

How can the Constitution be formally changed?

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A constitutional amendment process outlined in Article V

Front

The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution primarily to:

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Guarantee individual liberties and limit government power

Front

What is an example of federalism?

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States having control over their own education systems

Federal Government creating the post office

Federal Government Printing Money

States creating local governments

Front

The division of power between the federal and state governments is called:

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Federalism

Front

Which of the following is an example of an enumerated power of the federal government?

• Establishing public schools
• Regulating interstate commerce
• Conducting elections
• Issuing driver’s licenses

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Regulating interstate commerce