2025 version (128 questions)Updated for the Oct 20, 2025 testA: Principles of American Government
The U.S. Constitution starts with the words “We the People.” What does “We the People” mean?
Answer
- Self-government
- Popular sovereignty
- Consent of the governed
- People should govern themselves
- (Example of) social contract
Explanation
“We the People” expresses popular sovereignty — government power comes from the people's consent.