Study the principles of government and complete the chart. Federalism-
a system of government in which the central government and the states share power.

Checks and balances- each branch of government may check the actions of the other branches.

Limited government-
all US citizens, including government leaders, are required to be the law.

Individual rights-
a personal liberty and privilege guaranteed to US citizens.

Republicanism-
Government based on the consent of the people that is executive by the electing political representatives to represent the people.

Separation of powers-government is divided into multiple branches to limit the possibility of the abuse of power.