Question

1. what is the main purpose of checks and balances?

1. the amendment process (page 227)

1. true or false: a change to the constitution is called an amendment.

1. over the years people have suggested more than ____amendments, but only ____ have been approved.

1. what are the first 10 amendments to the constitution called?

1. the federal system connects the nation and the states (pages 228-229)

give three examples of powers belonging to the national government.

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Explanation:

Question 51

Checks and Balances is a principle in U.S. government (and other constitutional systems) where each branch (legislative, executive, judicial) has powers to limit the others. This prevents one branch from becoming too powerful, ensuring a balance of power and protecting against tyranny.

By definition, an amendment to a constitution (like the U.S. Constitution) is a formal change or addition to the document. So the statement is correct.

In the context of the U.S. Constitution, over the years, more than 10,000 amendments have been proposed (suggested), but only 27 have been ratified (approved). This is a key fact about the amendment process—many proposals, few successful ratifications.

Answer:

The main purpose of Checks and Balances is to prevent any one branch of government (legislative, executive, judicial) from becoming too powerful by giving each branch the ability to limit or check the powers of the other branches, thus maintaining a balance of power and protecting against the abuse of power/tyranny.

Question 52