Federalism
Anti- Federalism
Dec. of Ind
First 10 amendments
First 10 amendments
100
What was federalism?
Stronger central government
100
What views did the anti federalist have.
They did not want a strong central government. Wanted most of the powers to be given to the states.
100
Who was the father of the declaration of independence?
Thomas Jefferson.
100
Amendment 1
Freedom of religion, speech, and press.
100
Amendment 6
Rights of accused persons in criminal cases
200
Many people view this as the need for a stronger central government.
Shays Rebellion
200
Why didn't the anti federalist want a stronger central government?
They thought that if the central government became stronger then their rights wouldn't be protected and that the government would turn out like the British where when they were fighting for Independence.
200
What was the declaration of independence?
It stated that the colonies were declaring independence.
200
Amendment 2
Right to bear arms
200
Amendment 7
Rights in civil cases
300
What powers did the constitution give to the federal government?
Power to tax, declare war, power to raise and support a army and navy and the power to coin money, establish a post office, and to regulate commerce.
300
The anti federalist wanted what powers?
The anti federalist wanted the states to have power over state militias, and a weak federal government.
300
When was the declaration of independence published?
July 4, 1776
300
Amendment 3
The housing of soldiers
300
Amendment 8
Excessive bail, fines and punishments forbidden
400
What powers did the constitution give to the states?
Regulate property tax (and other taxes), power to spend and borrow money, operate their own judicial system, charter corporations, and provide public education.
400
What convinced the other anti federalist states to ratify the constitution?
The bill of rights.
400
What was the contents of the declaration of independence.
One part talked about all the wrongs that the king and parliament had done against the colonies.
400
Amendment 4
Protection from unreasonable searches and seizures
400
Amendment 9
Other rights kept by the people
500
The father of federalism is?
James Madison
500
Who was the father of Anti federalism?
Patrick Henry
500
What were the contents of the declaration of independence (continued)?
It also stated the rights that all men have and that they cant be taken away.
500
Amendment 5
Protection of rights to life, liberty and property
500
Amendment 10
UN-delegated Powers Kept by the States and the People