Question

principle\tmeaning
popular sovereignty\tpower rests with the people.
limited government\tgovernment power should be limited, contained.
\t\tgovernment officials must obey the rule of law.
separation of powers\texecutive, legislative, and judicial powers are distributed to different branches of government.
checks and balances\teach branch has the ability to limit the power of other branches.
republican government\tgovernment is formed by officials elected by the people.
federalism\tsome powers are given to the federal government, some to state governments, and some to both.

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1. the preamble to the constitution states that “we the people of the united states . . . do ordain and establish this constitution for the united states of america.” this statement embodies the principle of ________.

1. in 1920, the u.s. senate voted against ratification of the treaty of versailles. what principle did this vote exemplify?

a. checks and balances
b. federalism
c. popular sovereignty
d. republican government

1. when the bill of rights was added to the u.s. constitution, what principle was given greater strength?

a. checks and balances
b. limited government
c. republican government

Explanation:

Question 43

The Preamble's "We the People" shows power rests with the people, matching the "popular sovereignty" principle (meaning: Power rests with the people).

The Senate (legislative branch) voting against a treaty (executive - related action) shows one branch limiting another, which is "checks and balances" (meaning: Each branch can limit other branches). Option A fits, B is about government levels, C about people's power, D about elected officials.

The Bill of Rights restricts government power, strengthening "limited government" (meaning: Government power should be limited). Option B fits; A is about branch checks, C about elected government.

Answer:

popular sovereignty

Question 44