Question

1. use the passage below, from an exchange between former president nixon and a television interviewer, to answer the question that follows.

\well, when the president does it, that means that it is not illegal\ - richard m. nixon
source: the washington post, june 5, 1977
which constitutional principle does the statement from president nixon contradict?
a. separation of powers
b. republicanism
c. rule of law
d. equality

1. which form of government is based on popular sovereignty?

a. communism
b. dictatorship
c. monarchy
d. republic

1. use the provided preamble to the united states constitution to answer the question.

\we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this constitution for the united states of america.\
source: national archives and records administration
which of the following statements best describes the preamble of the u.s. constitution?
a. governments are accountable to the citizens over whom they rule.
b. states will ensure that all citizens are granted certain freedoms.
c. people allow representatives to speak on behalf of all citizens.
d. courts will elect officials to represent the people and ensure liberty.

Explanation:

Question 9

The rule of law means that everyone, including the president, is subject to the law. Nixon's statement implies that the president is above the law, which contradicts the rule of law.

Popular sovereignty is the principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people. A republic is a form of government where the people hold the power (either directly or through elected representatives). Communism, dictatorship, and monarchy do not typically base their authority on popular sovereignty.

The Preamble starts with "We the People", indicating that the government's power comes from the people. This implies that governments (created by the people) are accountable to the citizens (the people). Option B is incorrect as the Preamble is about the federal government (not states). Option C is about representation (not directly stated in the Preamble). Option D is wrong as courts do not elect officials.

Answer:

C. rule of law

Question 10