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How is the US constitution government design select all that apply would it be that judicial system is controlled by the legislative or powers not given to the federal government or reserved to the states or each citizen is given equal representation and each branch of government or state government not the federal government determine the right citizens and last would it be the federal government needs the approval of states to join international organizations?

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The U.S. Constitution establishes a federal system of government that incorporates several key principles. Here’s a breakdown of the options you provided and whether they align with the design of the U.S. government:

  1. Judicial system is controlled by the legislative: This is not accurate. The judicial system is independent from the legislative branch, although Congress (the legislative branch) does have the authority to create lower federal courts and set some aspects of judicial procedure.

  2. Powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states: This is accurate. The Tenth Amendment states that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states or the people.

  3. Each citizen is given equal representation: This is somewhat true but needs clarification. While the Constitution aims for equal representation (e.g., the principle of "one person, one vote"), representation in the Senate is equal for each state (two senators per state), whereas representation in the House of Representatives is based on population.

  4. Each branch of government or state government not the federal government determine the rights of citizens: This is partially correct. While state governments can determine certain rights (like those not protected by federal law), the federal government also plays a significant role in defining and protecting citizens' rights, especially through amendments and federal laws.

  5. Federal government needs the approval of states to join international organizations: This is not accurate. The federal government has the power to conduct foreign relations and enter into treaties (with the Senate's approval), but it does not require state approval to join international organizations.

Based on your options, the statements that apply most accurately to the design of the U.S. government under the Constitution are:

  • Powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states.

The other options can be misleading or incorrect in terms of structure and powers outlined in the Constitution.