Sovereignty is final authority, whereas power is the ability to influence others.
1. Which description best defines political power?
2. What distinguishes sovereignty from power in government?
3. Which feature makes a government constitutional?
What is power in the context of government?
Power is wealth, knowledge, or strength used to influence others.
What does sovereignty mean in government?
Sovereignty is final authority over government decisions.
What limits governmental power in a constitutional government?
The Constitution limits governmental power in a constitutional government.
What does a constitutional government protect?
It protects people's rights.
What is democracy?
Democracy is majority rule where people hold political power.
What characterizes tyranny in government?
Tyranny is unrestrained and unfair government rule.
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