Principles of Government

Abigail is having a discussion with her friends about what guides people's actions. Which of the following best describes what a principle is? (pick 2)

• A strong belief

• A truth

• something you wish for

• life direction

Ava and her classmates are learning about different Principles of Government in their civics class. Their teacher has covered some topics, but not all. Which Principle of Government have they NOT learned about yet?

• Checks & Balances

• Rule of Law

• Popular Sovereignty

• Federalism

Samuel is a judge in a country where even the King must follow the same laws as everyone else. Which principle does this situation demonstrate?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Limited Government

• Representative Democracy

• Rule of Law

In a town meeting, the residents gather to vote on important issues, showing that the people are the source of power in government. What principle does this demonstrate?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Limited Government

• Representative Democracy

• Rule of Law

Scarlett and her classmates are asked to choose a class president. They each cast a vote to select someone who will make decisions for the class. What is this an example of?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Limited Government

• Representative Democracy

• Rule of Law

Grace is concerned that the government might have too much control over her personal choices. She learns that the Bill of Rights gives power to individuals and lessens the government's power over people like her. What principle does this reflect?

• Popular Sovereignty

• Limited Government

• Representative Democracy

• Rule of Law

Priya is caught breaking a rule at her school. The principal tells her that everyone, including teachers and students, must follow the same rules. Which historical document reflects the idea that no one is above the Law?

• Magna Carta

• Charters for the Virginia Company

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

Abigail is part of a group that wants to formally separate from a larger organization due to ongoing grievances. Which document would best represent their official complaint and declaration of independence?

• Magna Carta

• Charters for the Virginia Company

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

Benjamin is planning to move to a new land across the ocean. He wants to make sure that, even in this new place, he will have the same rights as he did back home in England. Which document gave colonists like Benjamin traveling to America THE RIGHTS OF ENGLISHMEN?

• Magna Carta

• Charters for the Virginia Company

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

Aria and her friends are starting a new club and need to decide on the first official set of rules to govern their group. Which document would be most similar to the first form of National Government for the new U.S. of America?

• Magna Carta

• Charters for the Virginia Company

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation