Constitutional Con
Federalist liked power in the government to be where?
National (Federal) government
Freedom of Religion
1st Amendment
What was the main weakness of the AOC? What couldn't the gov collect?
Weak national government, taxes
The 3 branches of government each having their own duties so one doesn't become too powerful is an example of what?
Separation of Powers
How many years does a president serve and how many terms can they?
4 years, 2 terms
What was the name of the compromise between the NJ and VA plan that created a bicameral legislature?
Great Compromise
What Amendment is the no search or seizure without a warrant?
4th
What event proved that the AOC wasn't working. Farmers rebelled against taxes and the rebellion couldn't be stopped.
Shay's Rebellion
Congress passes a bill---pres vetos--congress over rides veto with 2/3 vote in both houses is an example of what?
Checks and Balances
How many years does a House member serve? Senator?
2 House,
6 Senator
Why did Patrick Henry and other Anti-Federalists oppose the Constitution?
Federal government would become too strong
What Amendment sums up federalism by saying powers not given to the national government can be given to the states?
10th
Northwest Ordinance gave the gov rules for what?
A state (60,000 peeeeps)
Power to the people to vote
Popular Sovereignty
What year did Jordan One's come out?
1985
Where was the Convention and what year?
Philly, 1787
Provide an example of Due Process
Right to a speedy trial, no cruel punishment, no excessive bail, no search without a warrant
What addressed the issues of states like Virginia and Pennsylvania fighting over land out west?
Northwest Ordinance
Who liked the 3/5th compromise and what was it about?
The south, how to count slaves for proportion in congress
How long do Supreme Court Justices serve? Who pics them AND who check their pic?
Life, President and Senate
What two people (who disagreed with each other) led to our first political parties?
Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton
Being called for jury duty is what amendment?
6th
What states were added in the Northwest ordinance?
Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois
What makes us a republic?
We elect representatives to represent (vote) on issues for us
What are Articles 1,2,3 and 5 of the constitution?