How a Constitution WorksWhat a constitution does, and the three ideas underneath most…8th GradeA constitution sets out how a country isgoverned, what powers exist, and whatlimits those powers.Separation of powers: split authority so no one branch holds itall.Checks and balances: each branch can restrain the others.Rule of law: the government is bound by the law too.Rights are protected against the government, not granted by it.Amendment processes are deliberately difficult, so change isconsidered.LOOK FOR ITA supreme court striking down a law is checks and balances in action.A constitution is only as strong as the willingness of officials tobe bound by it.How a Constitution Workswww.littleactivity.com

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Social Studies · 8th Grade

How a Constitution Works

What a constitution does, and the three ideas underneath most of them.

How to use it

Compare two countries' constitutions on these three points.

Free · print-ready PDF · US Letter and A4

Grade
8th Grade
Ages
13–14
Subject
Social Studies
Pages
1

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