Question

identify the principles of the constitution. check all of the boxes that apply.
□ popular sovereignty
□ the articles of confederation
□ the separation of powers
□ the total power of one branch
□ federalism
□ limited government
□ checks and balances
done

Explanation:

To identify the principles of the U.S. Constitution:

• Popular sovereignty: Power comes from the people. This is a principle.
• The Articles of Confederation: Was the predecessor to the Constitution, not a principle of the Constitution.
• The separation of powers: Divides government into legislative, executive, judicial branches. This is a principle.
• The total power of one branch: The Constitution aims to prevent this (via checks and balances), so this is not a principle.
• Federalism: Division of power between national and state governments. This is a principle.
• Limited government: Government has only the powers the Constitution gives it. This is a principle.
• Checks and balances: Each branch can check the others to prevent abuse of power. This is a principle.

Answer:

• Popular sovereignty
• The separation of powers
• Federalism
• Limited government
• Checks and balances