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Lesson 46 of 84 · The Constitution
The Elastic Clause
In a dictatorship, one person or small group holds absolute power. Citizens have little say. History shows dictatorships often lead to human rights abuses.
Key Facts
1
The U.S. has three branches of government.
2
The Constitution was written in 1787.
3
Checks and balances limit power.
Timeline
1492
Christopher Columbus reaches the Americas
1607
Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement, is founded
1620
The Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2How many branches does the U.S. government have?