Vocabulary
What is veto?
To refuse to approve something
What is Legislative?
The branch of government that makes laws.
When was the Constitution ratified?
1788
How many states FIRST ratified the US Constitution?
9 of the 13 states
what is Ordinance?
A Law
What is Executive?
The President signs laws, vetoes bills, and issues executive orders.
What is the purpose of government?
To ensure the safety of citizens, protect them, and carries out laws fairly.
What was the American Creed and what were the duties of citizens?
to respect the law, support the Constitution, and safeguard the liberty of others
What is Rule of Law?
The principle that the law applies to everyone equally
What is Judicial?
The branch of government that interprets the laws.
What was Shays Rebellion and why did it begin?
It was a rebellion by farmers because they were about to lose their homes, due to the government was in debt and increased taxes
What happened as a result of Shays Rebellion?
People called for a stronger national government.
What is inflation?
When goods become more expensive and the value of money decreases
Who are the Federalists?
Believed in a stronger national government. Supported the Constitution.
How did the Constitution & Bill of Rights change the way we live today?
guarantees rights such as practicing religion, freedom of speech, right to bear arms, equality, voting for all.
Why is the Northwest Ordinance so important?
It marked the first time the US planned to expand westward and create new states.
What is concession?
Something that is given up in order to resolve a disagreement
Who are the Anti-Federalists?
Wanted power to remain with the states. Supported the Articles of Confederation.
Why did the price of goods increase between 1775-1779?
Money was not worth as much in 1775.
What does Madison mean when he says "people are the only legitimate fountain of power"?
Madison meant citizens should hold power in the government. He thought a strong centrak government should get its power from the people.