8.1
Why did the Framers want to establish a limited government?
In order to prevent one single person or group from having too much power
What does "seperation of powers" mean?
A government system by which powers are divided among different branches of government to make sure no one branch has too much power
Are people born on US soil US citizens?
YES!
How many hearts does an octopus have? (It is between 1-10)
Three!
Massachusetts
Boston
What is "popular sovereignty"?
The belief that the government is subject to the will of the people
Why did the Founders provide for power to be separated among different branches of government?
In order to keep all branches of the government from becoming too powerful
What is the difference between duty and responsibility?
A duty is something that you HAVE to do, a responsibility is something you SHOULD do
What’s the term for animals that eat only plants?
Herbivore
Hawaii
Honolulu
Can democratic governments have too much power?
OPINION (Score will be based on how well you answer the question)
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative
Judicial
Executive
What is "equal protection"?
Making sure everyone same treatment and rights regardless of race, religion, etc
Which U.S. president appears on the $50 bill?
Ohio
What is a "limited government"?
A government with clearly defined powers
In regards to the government, what does it mean to “check” something or someone?
To “check” means to limit
How many people are in the House and how many are in the Senate?
House of Representatives: 435
Senate: 100
"See the line where the sky meets the sea? It ___ ___"
calls me
Michigan
Lancing
Name one power that the Federal Government/Congress has.
Coining money, maintain armed forces, regulate interstate and foreign trade, and create federal courts
Who can propose an amendment to the Constitution?
Congress or ⅔ agreement from the state legislature
If you had to pick a branch of government that has too much power, which branch would you pick and why?
OPINION (Ex. I think the Executive Branch has too much power. The President holds a lot of control over the Branch and that can become risky if the President is not a rational politician)
Which famous scientist developed the theory of general relativity?
Albert Einstein
Kansas
Topeka