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Limiting Government
iCivics lesson
Question | Answer |
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Means that citizens give their permission to be governed | Consent of the Governed |
Explains what kind of government a country has. | Constitution |
Means that nobody is above the law | Rule of Law |
Divides power among several branches of government. | Separation of Powers |
Makes sure even small and unpopular groups are treated fairly. | Rights of the Minority |
Makes sure no one part of government gets too much control. | Separation of Powers |
Explains the rights and responsibilities of citizens. | Constitution |
Happens when citizens use their votes to affect government. | Consent of the Governed |
Requires even the government to follow the law. | Rule of Law |
Limits the power of the majority. | Rights of the Minority |