Declaration of Independence
Who are the authors of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin.
What was Brutus No. 1 main concern?
That the national Government will become too powerful.
When was the Constitution of the United States written?
1787.
Why does James Madison think that a large republic is better to control factions? (fed No.10)
It makes it harder for any one faction to gain power
Does Martin Luther king Jr. support violence protesting?
No.
What three rights does the declaration say people are born with?
Life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
What does Brutus think will happen to the states?
They would lose power to the federal government.
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.
Why does Madison want to separate the government into branches? (fed No. 51)
To make sure that no branch gets too powerful and to protect the people and their rights.
Who was Martin Luther king Jr. inspired by?
What was the main idea of the Declaration of Independence?
Why American colonies should break away from British rule and becoming independent. (break up letter)
What does Brutus think about the Necessary and proper clause?
He thinks that it allows congress to expand power which can make the federal government more power.
Why does the Constitution divid the government into branches
To prevent any branch from becoming too powerful.
What is something the executive needs to have according to Hamilton?(fed No. 70)
Energy.
Why does he think it is necessary to protest?
Waiting for justice takes too long.
Why is there complaints against the king in the declaration?
Showing that the king violated the colonists' rights
Is Brutus for or against a large republic?
He is against a large republic.
What is checks and balances?
each branch can limit the powers of other branches.
What is federalist 78 about?
Judges.
What are constructive tensions?
sit-ins and marches.
What are the parts of the Declaration of Independence?
Intro, Preamble, Indictments, Denunciation, Conclusion.
Why is Brutus worried about the Judicial branch becoming too powerful?
Because a lifetime appointed judge could dominate the government without taking accountability.
What is the main idea of the Constitution?
To create government and explain the powers and limits it has.
How does a strong president help the county?
can make quick decisions and enforce laws.
Why was he in jail?
For protesting unfair laws.