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Unit 4 Part II
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Limited Government | Government power is restricted by laws and the Constitution |
| Republicanism: | The people elect representatives |
| Federalism | Power is shared between the national government and the state governments. Each has its own responsibilities. |
| Checks and Balances | Each branch of government (legislative, executive, judicial) can limit the power of the others. This keeps any one branch from becoming too powerful. |
| Separation of Powers: | Government power is divided among the three branches, with each branch having its own duties. |
| Popular Sovereignty: | The power of government comes from the people. Citizens vote and have a voice in how they are governed. |