Unit 4: The 7 Principles of the US Constitution

Which principle of the Constitution ensures power is divided between the federal government and state governments?

Which principle of the Constitution divides power among the three branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial?

Which principle of the Constitution states that the government's power is limited by the people?

Which principle of the Constitution allows each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches, ensuring a balance of power?

Which principle of the Constitution guarantees that no one is above the law, including government officials?

Which principle of the Constitution refers to the idea that the Supreme Court has the power to declare laws or actions of government unconstitutional?

Which principle of the Constitution refers to the idea that the government must follow a set of established laws and procedures, and that individuals have rights that are protected by the government?

Which principle of the Constitution refers to the idea that government power should be restricted to protect individual rights and prevent tyranny?

Which principle of the Constitution states that the government is based on the will of the people, who have the ultimate authority?

Which principle of the Constitution refers to the idea that power is not concentrated in the hands of a single individual or group, but is distributed among various branches of government?

Which principle of the Constitution states that the government is divided into three branches (Legislative, Executive, Judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful?

Which principle of the Constitution ensures that each branch of government has the power to limit the actions of the other branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful?

Which principle of the Constitution establishes the idea that all government power comes from the people and that the government should serve the will of the people?

Which principle of the Constitution divides power between the national government and state governments, allowing each to have their own responsibilities while also sharing some powers?

Which principle of the Constitution ensures that laws are fair, reasonable, and applied equally to all citizens, regardless of their background or status?