American Government A Semester Exam

Question

Which of the following is the most accurate assessment of how the U.S. attempts to balance the rights of the majority to rule with the rights of individuals to be protected against arbitrary government action? (1 point)
• The U.S. Constitution does not protect the rights of individuals.
• The will of the majority is subject to the approval of minority groups.
• The U.S. has committed to protecting the rights of individuals in the U.S. Constitution.
• The U.S. always protects the rights of the majority ahead of the rights of individuals.

Answer 1

The most accurate assessment of how the U.S. attempts to balance the rights of the majority to rule with the rights of individuals to be protected against arbitrary government action is:

• The U.S. has committed to protecting the rights of individuals in the U.S. Constitution.

This answer reflects the principles enshrined in the Constitution and its amendments, which establish individual rights and protections against government action, while also allowing for majority rule within the framework of a democratic system.