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Who is considered the father of the Constitution?

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James Madison

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What is "checks and balances?"

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Each branch of power has the ability to limit the power of the other branches.

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What is republicanism?

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The people vote for their leaders, who then represent the people.

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What is federalism?

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The state and national government share power.

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Which proves that the USA uses separation of powers? Options: The people vote for their leaders., The people are in charge., There are three branches of government., The people have individual rights. (bill of rights)

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There are three branches of government.

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What is popular sovereignty?

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The people rule.

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What specifically gives individual rights to the people? Options: The Bill of Rights, Magna Carta, Constitution, Articles of Confederation

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The Bill of Rights

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Enforces the laws

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Executive Branch

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Decides what a law means: Executive Branch, Legislative Branch, Judicial Branch

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Judicial Branch

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What principle allows people to vote for a representative?

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republicanism