Constitution Vocab Part 1

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8th Grade
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Kelly Creasey
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term "Amend" refer to in the context of the Constitution?
Changing the Constitution
Dividing government powers
Protecting individual rights
Electing representatives
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the principle of "Checks and balances" in government?
Each branch can limit the actions of the other two
The government has only the powers given by the Constitution
People are the primary source of authority
All people must follow the laws
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does "Federalism" mean?
Division of power between the federal government and the states
A government system where citizens vote on every issue
Citizens elect representatives to vote on laws
Protection for all
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is meant by "Limited government"?
The government has only the powers that the Constitution gives it
The idea that powers must be divided into branches
All people must follow the laws
Future generations
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does "Popular sovereignty" refer to?
The people are the primary source of the government’s authority
Protection for all
Well-being for all
Peace and calm
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the "Separation of powers" in government?
Powers must be clearly defined and divided into branches
Changing the Constitution
Future generations
At home
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the "Rule of law" ensure?
All people must follow the laws, including the President
Citizens elect representatives to vote on laws
Division of power between states
Each branch can limit the actions of the other two
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