Articles of Confederation
What was the only branch the central government had under the rule of the Articles of Confederation?
Legislative
When and where the Constitutional Convention was held
1787, Philadelphia, PA
What principle of the Constitution protects from tyranny, dictatorship, and overpowering of one branch
Checks and balances
You are driving with your friends in your car and are stopped by the police. What amendment protects you from an unreasonable search?
Fourth Amendment
What are the main rights in the first amendment?
What is the rights to practice any religion, freedom of the press, freedom of speech, assembly, and petition.
Name any two important powers the National Government did not have under the Articles of Confederation
Power to collect taxes, raise an army, and control trade between states
What did the Great Compromise accomplish?
Made the Congress consist of 2 parts: HR and Senate
Why do people criticize the Electoral College?
One candidate may win the Popular vote, but another may become the President.
You are told you must wait 3 years for a trial by a jury.
This violates what amendment?
6th Amendment (speedy trial)
What does the ninth Amendment say about rights not listed in the Constitution?
They belong to the people
What was the importance of the NW Ordinance of 1787?
It explained the process how territories will become states.
What 2 slave-related Compromised were made during the Convention?
3/5 Compromise and the Slave trade Compromise
Necessary and Proper Clause is also known as
Elastic Clause
What Constitutional Amendment gives you "the right to remain silent."
5Th
Guarantees a right to a jury trial in civil cases
7th Amendment
What made the leaders of the country decide to change the Articles of Confederation for the US Constitution?
Shay's Rebellion
What were the two groups of people arguing about ratification of the Constitution?
Federalists and Anti-Federalists
Give at least 2 examples of unwritten Constitution
Cabinet, political parties, lobbying
What Constitutional Amendment prohibits "Double Jeopardy"?
5th
All matters of licensing and education belong to the states based on .......
10th Amendment
What was the purpose of the Constitutional Convention?
To fix the problems under the Articles of Confederation and create a stronger government
How is the number of congressmen from each state in the House of Representatives decided?
What is Based on (population) counted by the census
Delegated, reserved and concurrent powers belong to the system of ---
FEDERALISM
This amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishments
8th
If the government takes away your property so that they can build a road they..
Must pay you a fair price for the property.