Principles of the US Constitution

What principle states that the power of government comes from the people?

• Federalism

• Limited Government

• Popular Sovereignty

• Republicanism

Which system of government involves citizens electing representatives to make decisions on their behalf?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Direct Democracy

• Republic

What system ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the powers of the others?

• Federalism

• Separation of Powers

• Limited Government

• Checks and Balances

Which of the following is an example of an enumerated power held exclusively by the national government?

• Establishing schools

• Creating local governments

• Declaring war

• Making rules for elections