FCLE Valencia Test 72 Questions And Answers
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Who proposed that individuals enter into social contract to form government?
John Locke
Montesquieu advocated for the separation of powers to prevent tyranny
Checks and balances
Three branches of government
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
What is the purpose of checks and balances?
To ensure no branch of government becomes too powerful
What is the "rule of law"?
ensures that government actions are bound by legal principles
What are the limits of rule of law?
places restrictions on the exercise of government power and protecting individual rights
What is due process?
14th amendment; a requirement that legal matters be resolved to establish rule and principles
What is equality under the law?
that all individuals are entitled to the same treatment and protection regardless of differences
What is federalists?
supported ratification, arguing for a stronger central government to ensure stability and protect national interest
What is anti-federalists ?
opposed ratification, fearing an overly powerful government that might infringe on individual liberties