How does the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution limit the government? (1 point)
by separating state and federal powers***
by giving the authority to rule to the people
by establishing the rule of law
by granting certain rights to people that government cannot violate
2. What effect does having a written constitution have on limiting the powers of officials? (1 point)
It establishes the rule of law that everyone, including officials, must follow.
It grants the president supreme authority over other officials.
It grants state representatives certain privileges.***
It gives elected representatives sovereignty.
3. What check does the president have over Congress? (1 point)
rejecting candidates for the Supreme Court
overriding a veto
using a veto
declaring laws unconstitutional***
4. What are some similarities between the governments created by Georgia’s constitution and by the U.S. Constitution? Choose all that apply. (4 points)
a Bill of Rights***
an executive branch***
a legislative branch
a judicial branch***
the power to negotiate with foreign nations***
check my answers? (***) Ms. Sue
The first three are wrong.
4. -- two are wrong and two are wrong.
Please read your text and do not guess.
1. How does the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution limit the government? (1 point)
The Bill of Rights limits the government by granting certain rights to people that the government cannot violate. This includes rights such as freedom of speech, religion, and the right to a fair trial.
2. What effect does having a written constitution have on limiting the powers of officials? (1 point)
Having a written constitution establishes the rule of law that everyone, including officials, must follow. This means that officials are bound by the limits and guidelines set forth in the constitution, preventing them from exceeding their powers or acting unlawfully.
3. What check does the president have over Congress? (1 point)
The president has the power to use a veto, which allows them to reject a bill passed by Congress and prevent it from becoming law. This serves as a check on the power of Congress, as the president can influence the legislative process by blocking undesirable laws.
4. What are some similarities between the governments created by Georgia’s constitution and by the U.S. Constitution? Choose all that apply. (4 points)
The similarities between the governments created by Georgia's constitution and the U.S. Constitution include:
- A Bill of Rights: Both constitutions include a set of individual rights and freedoms that the government cannot violate.
- An executive branch: Both constitutions establish an executive branch of government, which is responsible for executing laws and managing the affairs of the state.
- A judicial branch: Both constitutions provide for a judicial branch, which is responsible for interpreting the law and administering justice.
Regarding your answers:
1. Correct! The Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution does limit the government by granting certain rights to people that the government cannot violate.
2. Incorrect. Having a written constitution does not grant the president supreme authority over other officials, nor does it grant state representatives certain privileges. The correct answer is that having a written constitution establishes the rule of law that everyone, including officials, must follow.
3. Incorrect. The president can use a veto to reject a bill passed by Congress, but this does not include declaring laws unconstitutional. The power to declare laws unconstitutional rests with the judicial branch, specifically the Supreme Court.
4. Correct! Both constitutions have a Bill of Rights, an executive branch, and a judicial branch. However, the power to negotiate with foreign nations is not listed as a similarity between the two constitutions.