Part I Principles of the ConstitutionCreate a chart or a matr.docx
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The document outlines an assignment focusing on the principles of the U.S. Constitution, including self-government, separation of powers, and checks and balances. It requires the creation of a chart detailing these principles and analyzes the effectiveness of checks and balances and the interaction between the three branches of government. Additionally, it prompts the breakdown of the duties of each branch, the legislative process for a bill, and discusses the relationship between representatives and the electorate.
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Part I Principles of the ConstitutionCreate a chart or a matr.docx
- 1. Part I: Principles of the Constitution Create a chart or a matrix outlining the following primary principles of the Constitution: Self-Government Separation of Powers Checks and Balances Write an analysis of 250-500 words on the effectiveness of the checks and balances in the federal government. Cite specific examples. Defend your rationale. Utilize the required readings, academic websites, and the GCU e-Library as resources for this assignment. Part II: The Three Branches of the Federal Government Outline the duties and responsibilities of each of the three branches of the federal government. List each branch of government and summarize the duties and responsibilities of each. You may use bullet points in the outline. Describe how these three branches are supposed to interact. Include a summary of how a bill becomes law. Write an analysis of 250-500 words on the effectiveness of the process of government. Do three branches act in a constructive way to promote the will of the people, or is it more like a stalemate? Are the representatives of the people more concerned about the
- 2. people's agenda or their own personal agendas? How important a role does the electorate play in the attitudes and actions of our elected officials? Cite specific examples and defend your rationale.