This document discusses the key concepts of constitutional government. It defines a constitution as the fundamental law that establishes the principles of government. Constitutional government is defined as a system of government where power is divided and limited by a constitution to protect civil liberties and individual rights. It also establishes that power in a constitutional government is derived from the people and limited by a higher law to prevent autocratic rule. The document notes that characteristics of constitutional government include separation of powers, checks and balances, civil liberties, and that power is derived from popular sovereignty rather than an individual ruler.

1. What is
Constitutional
Government?
Directions: Locate & define each of the following terms:
1. Constitution p. 32:
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2. Constitutional Government p. 33:
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[City], [State][Postal Code]
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3. Limits on Power p. 33:
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4. autocratic/dictatorial government p. 33:
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5. Characteristics of Constitutional Government p. 34:
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6. higher law p. 34:
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7. private domain p. 34:
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8. monarchy p. 35:
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2. 1. The first conflict in this story is whether Eteocles or Polyneices should rule the land.
• Could this conflict have been avoided if Thebes had a written constitution? Explain.
2. Creon states, "These are my laws! Thebes is an example of what type of government? Circle
your response: Constitutional Monarchy
3. Antigone and Creon disagree about who should have authority. Use the T-chart to respond to
the following: According to Antigone & Creon, who should have the authority of higher law in
Thebes?
Antigone Creon
4. What does Antigone mean when she uses the term, "eternal justice"?
5. At the end of the story Antigone turns to Creon and says, "You further violate the rights of the
people by passing sentence upon me without a fair and public hearing." What right is she
referring to in this statement?