6 7 8 9. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 A ChecKS anu Daances B. Republicanism C. Popular sovereignty D. Federalism 39 Which of the following is a consequence of the principle of separation of powers? A. There is an easy and efficient process for the government to pass and execute laws B. The presidency has become more powerful than the other branches of government C. State governments have become more powerful than the federal government D. Government power is now divided into three independent and separate branches 40 Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "separation of powers" in the US Constitution? A. People have the right of free speech B. The president commands the nation's armed forces, while Congress has the power to ratify treaties C. Individuals can vote for their representatives D. States control elections and public education, while the federal government is responsible for making treaties and defending the country militarily

6 7 8 9. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 A ChecKS anu Daances B. Republicanism C. Popular sovereignty D. Federalism 39 Which of the following is a consequence of the principle of separation of powers? A. There is an easy and efficient process for the government to pass and execute laws B. The presidency has become more powerful than the other branches of government C. State governments have become more powerful than the federal government D. Government power is now divided into three independent and separate branches 40 Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "separation of powers" in the US Constitution? A. People have the right of free speech B. The president commands the nation's armed forces, while Congress has the power to ratify treaties C. Individuals can vote for their representatives D. States control elections and public education, while the federal government is responsible for making treaties and defending the country militarily