2008 test · Question 12· Principles of American Democracy
What is the "rule of law"?
Official answers
- Everyone must follow the law.
- Leaders must obey the law.
- Government must obey the law.
- No one is above the law.
This is question 12 of 100 on the 2008 civics test, in the “Principles of American Democracy” part of American Government. In the interview, the officer asks up to 10 questions and you need 6 correct answers to pass.
The same question is also on the 2025 test, as question 13, with the same answers.
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