What are the foundational values of the United States Constitution based on?

Understanding U.S. Government Principles

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The rules of the British Empire
The fundamental values of democracy
The principles of monarchy
The laws of ancient Rome
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does the principle of popular sovereignty emphasize?
The power of the government
The power of the people
The power of the states
The power of the judiciary
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the principle of limited government, who holds the ultimate authority?
The Congress
The President
The People
The Supreme Court
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the concept of federalism based on?
A monarchy system
A division of power between national and state governments
Complete state independence
A single central government
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of the separation of powers?
To strengthen the executive branch
To eliminate the judicial branch
To divide responsibilities among three branches
To concentrate power in one branch
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
Federal
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of the executive branch?
To amend the Constitution
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To make laws
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