Basic principles
Who has the power in a system of popular sovereignty?
The people
What are the three branches of the federal government?
Legislative, executive, and judicial
What is the main job of Congress?
To make laws
What are the first ten amendments called?
Bill of Rights
What famous three words begin the Constitution's preamble?
We the People
What type of government lets people elect representatives to make laws for them?
A republic
Which branch includes Congress?
Legislative branch
What are the two parts of Congress?
House of Representatives and Senate
What amendment protects freedom of speech and religion?
First
What system lets each branch limit the power of the other branches?
Checks and balances
What kind of government has powers that are limited by law?
Limited Government
Which branch is led by the president?
Executive branch
How many senators does each state have?
2
What is one important responsibility citizens have that lets them participate in government?
Voting
What can the president do to reject a bill passed by Congress?
Veto it
What system allows the federal and state governments to share power?
Federalism
Which branch includes the Supreme Court?
Judicial branch
What is the main job of the executive branch?
To carry out laws
What does “equal protection” mean?
People must be treated equally under the law
How many times has the Constitution been amended?
27
What are powers shared by the federal and state governments called?
Concurrent powers
What is it called when government powers are divided among the three branches?
Separation of powers
Who is commander-in-chief of the armed forces?
President
What is the process of becoming a U.S. citizen if you were born in another country called?
Naturalization
How many states must approve an amendment for it to be ratified?
Three-fourths of the states