Constitutional Principles
What principle limits government power by assigning different powers to branches?
Separation of powers
Which branch enforces laws?
Executive branch
Government actions addressing problems or needs inside the nation are called what?
Domestic policy
What is the political role of the media that exposes corruption?
Watchdog
What civic responsibility encourages community participation in elections?
Voting
What prevents any one branch from dominating?
Checks & balances
Which part of Congress initiates revenue bills?
House of Representatives
Which agency protects the environment by enforcing regulations?
EPA
What term describes extreme loyalty to a political party over compromise?
Partisanship
What ensures peaceful transfer of political power in the U.S.?
Elections
What document begins with “We the People”?
U.S. Constitution
Which section of the government approves treaties and federal judges?
Senate
Which department oversees national defense and military forces?
Defense
Political organizations that raise money for campaigns are called what?
PACs
Which principle explains that laws apply equally to citizens and leaders?
Rule of Law
Which compromise settled representation related to enslaved populations?
3/5 Compromise
What action allows Congress to reverse a presidential veto?
Two-thirds override
Which department handles diplomacy and international relations?
State
What modern strategy targets specific groups using data?
Microtargeting
What term describes citizens believing their voice does not matter in politics?
Low political efficacy
What principle requires government to follow legal procedures fairly?
Due process
What case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
What type of policy regulates the economy through interest rates and money supply?
Monetary Policy
What term describes influencing government through pressure and persuasion?
Lobbying
What term describes a system where people elect representatives to govern?
Republic