Constitutional principles, branches of government, and key Supreme Court cases.
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- What is separation of powers?
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The division of government authority among executive, legislative, and judicial branches- What is checks and balances?
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The system allowing each branch to limit the powers of the other branches- Define federalism
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Power is divided between a national government and state governments- What is popular sovereignty?
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Government authority comes from the consent of the governed- What is limited government?
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Government power is restricted by law and cannot be arbitrary- Define republicanism
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A system where power rests with citizens and their elected representatives- What is due process?
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The right to fair legal procedures and protection against arbitrary government action- What does the Equal Protection Clause require?
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States cannot deny any person equal protection of the laws- What does the Commerce Clause allow Congress to do?
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Regulate interstate and international trade- What is the Necessary and Proper Clause?
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Allows Congress to make laws needed to carry out its enumerated powers- What does the Supremacy Clause establish?
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The US Constitution and federal law are the supreme law of the land- Distinguish enumerated and implied powers
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Enumerated powers are specifically listed in the Constitution; implied powers are necessary to carry out enumerated powers- How many senators does each state have?
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Two- How is House representation determined?
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By state population based on the decennial census- What are the minimum qualifications for a House member?
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Citizen, at least 25 years old, resident of the state for 7 years
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