Vocabulary
What is electoral college
A body of representatives from each of the states in the U.S. who formally cast votes to elect the next president of the U.S.
July 4, 1776
Who was the main author of the declaration of independence
Thomas Jefferson
Wrote in the Declaration of Independence that "All men are created equal."
Thomas Jefferson
What was the important document that gave reasons to separate from Great Britain.
The Declaration of Independence
Define faction
A group that tries to influence the government for the benefit (or interest) of its own members
What is the meaning of "unalienable rights"?
Rights that cannot be given or taken away
Who was the author of the Second Treatise?
John Locke
Who led Shays' Rebellion?
Captain Daniel Shays
This document demonstrated that the proposed government was not likely to be denominated by any faction
The Federalist No.10
Define "Checks and Balances"
Key parts of the Constitution that require each branch of the federal government to acquire the consent of the other two branches in order to act
What is the purpose of the government according to the Declaration of Independence?
The purpose of the government (According to the Declaration of Independence) was to ensure the people's rights are guaranteed and protected.
Who was the author of The Federalist No.10?
James Madison
Who believed in this: Natural rights. If the government doesn't protect the rights of the people, then they can revolt
John Locke
This author argued that the Constitution represents a threat to the rights and freedoms of the citizens.
Brutus No.1
What are "Reserved powers"?
Powers given exclusively to the states or the people by the 10th amendment of the Constitution. These powers are not shared with the federal government. The purpose of reserved powers is to protect the rights of the states and the people.
The right to life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.
Who was the author of Brutus No.1
Robert Yates
Who believed that a large republic would help control factions because when more representatives are elected, there will be a greater number of opinions?
James Madison
This document established the functions of the national government of the United States. This happened after the U.S declared independence from Great Britain.
The Articles of Confederation
What is "Due process"?
A citizen's entitlement to fair treatment through the judicial system. Due process requires the state to respect the legal rights owed to an individual or group.
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
August 2, 1776
Who was the author of The Articles of Confederation?
The Second Continental Congress
Who was assumed to have written Letter #1 from the Federal Farmer to the Republican?
Richard Henry Lee and Melancton Smith
This document explains his theory of natural rights and the social contract.
The Second Treatise of Civil Government