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How the Constitution Limits the Powers of Government
Give concrete examples of specific limits placed on the federal government by the United States Constitution.
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Foundations of American Constitutional Government
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Understand the core principles, purposes, and limiting mechanisms established in the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights.
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4 – C2.0.1Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeExplain how the principles of popular sovereignty, rule of law, checks and balances, separation of powers, and individual rights serve to limit the powers of the federal government as reflected in the Constitution and Bill of Rights.
4 – C3.0.1Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeGive examples of ways the Constitution limits the powers of the federal government.