Unit 2, Ch. 7 Review: The U.S. Constitution

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What is the relationship between the people and the government in the United States?

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People decide which rights the government should have.

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Who has the most power in the United States under the U.S. Constitution?

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citizens

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How do U.S. citizens exercise their power?

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by voting

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Who was the oldest delegate at the Constitutional Convention?

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Benjamin Franklin; he encouraged delegates to listen to each other.

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What term describes the government structure where powers are shared between federal and state governments?

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federal system

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What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

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To establish the framework of the government and protect citizens' rights.

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What is a democracy?

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A system of government where the citizens exercise power, typically through voting.

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What is a republic?

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A form of government in which the country is considered a 'public matter' and is not the private concern of the rulers.

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What is the Bill of Rights?

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The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution that guarantee individual rights.

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What is the significance of the separation of powers?

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It divides government responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.