Principles of American Government

The video tutorial provides a review of the US Government study guide, focusing on the Bill of Rights and the seven principles of the Constitution. It explains the first 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, which protect citizens from government intrusion. The session also covers the principles of popular sovereignty, republicanism, federalism, separation of powers, limited government, individual rights, and checks and balances. Each principle is explained with examples, emphasizing the balance of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. The session concludes with a review and encouragement for the upcoming exam.

What is the primary focus of the session introduced at the beginning?

• The geography of the United States

• The Bill of Rights and the seven principles of the Constitution

• The history of the United States

• The economic policies of the US

Which amendment is known for protecting the right to bear arms?

• Tenth Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Second Amendment

• First Amendment

What does the Fourth Amendment protect?

• Freedom of speech

• Right to a speedy trial

• Right to privacy

• Right to bear arms

What is the principle of popular sovereignty?

• The government is run by a single ruler

• The government has unlimited power

• The people give the government its power

• The government is divided into three branches

How is power divided in the principle of federalism?

• Between the federal and state governments

• Between the House and the Senate

• Between the executive and legislative branches

• Between the president and the Supreme Court

What does the principle of separation of powers entail?

• The judicial branch makes all the laws

• One person makes, enforces, and judges the laws

• The president has all the power

• Different branches have different responsibilities

What does the principle of limited government ensure?

• The president can ignore the Constitution

• The government must follow the law

• The government is above the law

• The government can do anything it wants

Which principle is directly related to the Bill of Rights?

• Popular sovereignty

• Individual rights

• Republicanism

• Federalism

What is the purpose of checks and balances?

• To allow one branch to control the others

• To give the president more power

• To eliminate the judicial branch

• To ensure no branch becomes too powerful

What was the main focus of the conclusion of the session?

• The history of the United States

• The geography of the United States

• The importance of the Bill of Rights and the seven principles

• The economic impact of the Constitution