Question

directions: read each situation carefully and circle the principle of government that is being described. choose 1. explain your reasoning.

1. requirements to obtain a drivers license are controlled individually by each state, not the federal government.

a. rule of law
b. equal protection
c. majority rule, minority rights
d. federalism

1. sandy was arrested and charged with murder and then given a bail hearing and a court - appointed lawyer. tim was arrested along with her and treated the same way.

a. rule of law
b. equal protection
c. majority rule, minority rights
d. limited government

1. article i of the constitution contains a list of the denied powers of congress of the national government.

a. consent of the governed
b. majority rule, minority rights
c. checks and balances
d. limited government

1. the president wants to declare war. he finds that he does not have this power because the constitution gives that power to congress.

a. rule of law
b. popular sovereignty
c. separation of powers
d. consent of the governed

1. the communist party of america wants to hold a peaceful rally in downtown annapolis. they receive permits to march from city hall.

a. individual rights and freedoms
b. equal protection
c. limited government
d. written law

Explanation:

1. Since state - not federal - governments control driver's license requirements, this shows the division of power between levels of government, which is federalism.
2. Sandy and Tim being treated the same way in legal proceedings reflects equal protection under the law.
3. The list of denied powers of Congress in the Constitution limits the power of the national government, so it's limited government.
4. The president not having the power to declare war as the Constitution gives it to Congress shows the separation of powers among branches of government.
5. The Communist Party being allowed to hold a peaceful rally with permits shows the protection of individual rights and freedoms.

Answer:

1. d. Federalism
2. b. Equal Protection
3. d. Limited Government
4. c. Separation of Powers
5. a. Individual Rights and Freedoms