Which principle best matches the quote? Use the clues.This Constitution and the laws of the United States ..... shall be the supreme law of the land. All government officials shall be bound by an oath to support this constitution. U.S. Constitution, Article VI

USA CITIZENSHIP TEST

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Which principle best matches the quote? Use the clues.“This Constitution and the laws of the United States ____ shall be the supreme law of the land.” All government officials “shall be bound by an oath to support this constitution.” U.S. Constitution, Article VI

A	Democracy
B	Representative Government
C	Rule of Law
D	None of the above

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The Constitution rests on seven basic principles. They are popular sovereignty, limited government, separation of powers, federalism, checks and balances, republicanism, and individual rights.

Detailed explanation-2: -Popular sovereignty, meaning rule by the people The people can elect members to Congress and can choose the president. The idea of “popular sovereignty” is found in the Preamble of the Constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -Popular sovereignty is government based on consent of the people. The government’s source of authority is the people, and its power is not legitimate if it disregards the will of the people.

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