Vocabulary
Who were the people that favored the 1787 Constitution?
Federalists
Which amendment grants freedom of speech?
1st
Was an author of the Federalist Papers
Hamilton
The Constitution assigns powers specifically to the states. What are these powers called?
Reserved powers
Congress was the only branch of government under which document?
What was the name of the first form of an American constitution?
Articles of Confederation
Which amendment protects your right to bear arms?
2nd
Was ineligible for presidency (he was born in the British West Indies)
Hamilton
The Constitution assigns powers specifically to the federal government. What are these powers called?
Delegated Powers
Which article of the Constitution outlines the powers of the legislative branch?
Article I
What were the Federalist Papers?
a collection of essays in support of the Constitution
Which amendment protects your home from being searched without a warrant?
4th
Wanted to protect the powers of the states
Jefferson
The Constitution assigns powers to be shared between the national and state governments. What are these powers called?
Concurrent powers
How long are terms for members of the House of Representatives?
2 years
Describe common law
laws originate from court rulings & customs
Which amendment states that you cannot be forced into admitting that you are guilty of a crime?
5th
Wanted low tariffs to help keep prices low
Jefferson
Give an example of a delegated power
Right to coin money
Regulate trade
How long are terms for senators?
6 years
Name the 3 authors of the Federalist Papers
John Jay, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison
Which amendment protects you from being forced to house soldiers?
3rd
Promoted manufacturing and business
Hamilton
Give an example of a reserved power
Creating local governments
Holding elections
How many terms may members of Congress serve?
an unlimited amount