Events
The 1st legislative assembly that men were elected as representatives in 1619 that were the first steps to self-government?
Virginia House of Burgesses
1st colonial constitution that allowed the citizens to elect representatives which limited the powers of government.
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut (FOC)
Who was the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
Which Plan supported large states at the Constituional Convention? (hint: it has the name of a state in it)
What 5 rights are guaranteed to citizens in the first amendment?
Religion, Assembly, Speech, Petition, Press
1st self governing document signed in 1620 in Plymouth, Massachusetts
Signing of the Mayflower Compact
Papers written by Madison, Hamilton, and John Jay to promote the ratification (approval) of the Constitution.
The Federalists Papers
Who is credited with the phrase "Life, Liberty and the right to own property?
John Locke (Enlightenment thinker)
What compromise was made to settle the debate over state representation in Congress for population size?
The Great Compromise
What was the name of the Rebellion that proved that the Articles of Confederation were too weak?
Shay's Rebellion
The introduction of the Constitution is "We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union,......"----What is the name of that passage?
The Preamble
Which group did NOT want to ratify the Constitution because they believed it needed a Bill of Rights to protect citizens from government abuse?
Anti-Federalists
What was the 3/5 compromise?
A compromise made to designate how the enslaved population would be counted for representation purposes in congress in 1787.
What event proved the new Constitution was effective?
Whiskey Rebellion
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton and John Jay supported the ratification of the Consitution and a strong central government to protect the citizens of the country.
Federalists
What are the 7 principles of the Constitution? (If you get 4 or 5, I will count it)
Federalism, Limited Government, Popular Sovereignty, Individual Rights, Republicanism, Checks and Balances, Separation of Powers