Question

1. the president signs a bill into law after congress passes it. your answer __________ reasoning: ________ 9. a state government sets its own speed limits, but must also follow national transportation safety laws. your answer: ________ reasoning: ________ 10. the judicial branch reviews executive actions to make sure they follow the constitution. your answer: ________ reasoning: __________ multiple choice questions: the 7 principles of the constitution 1. which principle means that government power comes from the people? a) federalism b) popular sovereignty c) checks and balances d) separation of powers 2. what is the main purpose of limited government? a) to give more power to the president b) to allow states to make all laws c) to prevent the government from becoming too powerful d) to make congress the strongest branch 3. when the constitution divides government into three branches, it is using which principle? a) federalism b) republicanism c) separation of powers d) individual rights 4. which of the following is an example of checks and balances? a) the government must follow the law b) the president can veto a bill passed by congress c) the states control education d) citizens vote for leaders 5. what does federalism do in the united states? a) gives all power to the national government b) divides power between national and state governments c) gives all power to the states

Explanation:

1. Popular sovereignty is the principle that government power comes from the people.
2. The main purpose of limited government is to prevent the government from becoming too powerful.
3. Dividing the government into three branches is the principle of separation of powers.
4. The President vetoing a bill passed by Congress is an example of checks and balances.
5. Federalism divides power between national and state governments.

Answer:

1. b) Popular sovereignty
2. c) To prevent the government from becoming too powerful
3. c) Separation of powers
4. b) The President can veto a bill passed by Congress
5. b) Divides power between national and state governments