Base your answer on the accompanying cartoon and on your knowledge of social studies.

Which constitutional principle is the focus of this cartoon?

A. individual liberties

B. separation of powers

C. freedom of speech

D. federalism

C. -- separation of powers

The image shows the three branches of the federal government and their separate powers.  It also shows the checks and balances that bind them together.  Federalism is the relationship between the states and the federal government.