Constitutionalism

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/constitutionalism

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the institutional design?Incorporates mechanisms for power control to protect citizen interests and liberties
2. What is the historical development?Evolved over centuries, influenced by Enlightenment philosophy and revolutionary movements
3. Why do we need constitutionalism?It helps protect people’s rights and keeps the government honest. It stops one person or group from doing whatever they want.
4. How does a constitution limit government power?A constitution is the highest law that says what the government can and cannot do. It sets clear limits so officials must follow the law.

Supreme Law: The highest form of law in a jurisdiction, typically a constitution.
Separation of Powers: Dividing governmental authority among legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
Judicial Review: The power of courts to assess the constitutionality of laws and government actions.