The writers of the Constitution used the term ________ to describe a form of government that consists of carefully designed institutions that are responsive to the majority but not captive to it.

A) democracy B) republic C) federalism D) majoritarianism E) separation of power

Judicial review is the power of the American courts to

A) declare a law unconstitutional. B) suspend the writ of habeas corpus. C) impeach the president. D) give advisory opinions to Congress. E) give advice and counsel to the president.

Exam 2: Constitutional Democracy: Promoting Liberty and Self-Government

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