Washington's Precedents
What is a "precedent"?
An example or standard to follow
What date was the D of I signed?
July 4, 1776
How does the Constitution start? (What are the first 3 words?)
We the people...
What is the 1st amendment?
Freedom of speech, religion, expression, etc.
How many steps had to be followed to apply for statehood?
3
Which of Washington's precedents kept the president from becoming too powerful or like a dictator?
2-term limit
What are the 3 "unalienable rights" of all people in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
What 2 groups of people debated at the Constitutional Convention to form the new US Constitution?
Federalists & Anti-Federalists
What is the second amendment?
Right to bear arms
Who was given land as a reward in the NW Territory?
Veterans
What is the group of advisors to the President called that Washington set the precedent of having?
A "Cabinet"
What is the body section of the D. of I. called?
"Grievances"
Which "plan" was in favor of EQUAL REPRESENTATION (# of delegates) from each state?
What is the 3rd amendment?
No forced quartering of soldiers
What states were included in the NW Ordinance?
OH, MI, IN, IL, MN, WS
What are two things President Washington warned the American people against?
(Hint: We didn't follow either one)
Neutrality in foreign affairs, no political parties
The Declaration of Independence was essentially a __________________ to Great Britain.
Break-up letter
Which "plan" was in favor of PROPORTIONAL REPRESENTATION (# of delegates) from each state?
Virginia Plan
What is the 4th amendment?
No illegal search & seizure
What was abolished/forbidden in the NW Territory?
Slavery
Which of Washington's precedents showed a sense of humility as president as opposed to royalty?
Being called "Mr. President"
According to the Declaration of Independence, when should people have the right to revolt against their government?
When the government denies or abuses the peoples' natural rights.
What was the "Constitution before the Constitution"?
Articles of Confederation
What is the 8th amendment?
No cruel or unusual punishment
What institutions were set up in every township?
Schools