Memory Constitution Corner: Key Concepts MatchVersion en ligne 8 pairs to match core constitutional principles with concise definitions. par Paige Segerstrom Separation of Powers Checks and Balances Elastic Clause (Necessary and Proper Clause) The Supreme Court can overturn unconstitutional laws Power is divided among the three branches Rule of Law Each branch limits the power of the others Allows making laws needed to carry out powers Judicial Review The Constitution is the highest law of the land Federalism People are the source of government authority Popular Sovereignty Power is shared between national and state governments Amendments Process to officially change the Constitution Due process and self-incrimination Fourth Amendment First Amendment Nineteenth Amendment Fourteenth Amendment Fifth Amendment No cruel or unusual punishment Women's right to vote Right to a speedy, public trial Citizenship and equal protection Sixth Amendment Protection from unreasonable searches Second Amendment Right to bear arms Eighth Amendment Rights to religion, speech, press, assembly, petition