Question

which basic principle of the constitution means that government can govern only with the consent of the governed?
judicial review
federalism
popular sovereignty
checks and balances
question 13 1 pts
what did some people fear might happen if a bill of rights was not added to the constitution?
the judicial branch would not ratify the constitution
the people would overthrow the national government
the government would not be strong enough to be effective
a too-powerful government might abuse its citizens
question 14 1 pts
the bill of rights is a list of
ways to cancel legislation
rules for national elections
ways to amend the constitution
basic freedoms and rights

Explanation:

1. Popular sovereignty means the government's power comes from the people. So, government can govern only with the consent of the governed.
2. Anti - Federalists feared that without a Bill of Rights, a too - powerful government (as the Constitution initially had strong central government provisions) might abuse its citizens. The Bill of Rights was seen as a safeguard for individual liberties.
3. The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the US Constitution) lists basic freedoms and rights such as freedom of speech, religion, etc.

Answer:

1. Popular sovereignty
2. A too - powerful government might abuse its citizens
3. Basic freedoms and rights