Constitution
The framers of the Constitution described the powers of the three branches of government in the order they believed showed most important to least important. Correct the order below.
President
Congress
Supreme Court
Which of the following is a reason that the Constitution was written (select all that apply)?
Match the example with the Enlightenment principle
The Federal government overrules state governments
The President can veto laws of Congress
The Supreme Court hears disuptes between states and is the "Court of Last Resort"
The Senate approves treaties and appointments
Both the states and Federal government can collect taxes, charter banks, and provide security
Congress makes the laws and the President enforces them
Federalism
Separation of Powers
Checks and Balances