Constitution
Outlines the structure of the constitution and the US government
What is Article 1 of the Constitution
To guarantee rights not listed in the constitution were protected
July 4th, 1776
When was the Declaration of Independence signed
The people of New York
who was Brutus written for
A group of people united in an interest that negatively affects the interests of the community
What is a faction
At least 2 powers that are denied from Congress by the constitution
Writ of Habeas Corpus, Bills of Attainder and Ex Post Facto Laws, Export Taxes and the Port Preference Clause
what amendment states that rights that aren't listed in the constitution are protected
9th amendment
States the freedoms and rights that the colonies wanted
What does the preamble of the declaration of independence say
Under the necessary and proper clause, supremacy clause, and judicial power the US will be transformed from a system of states into one power
What are the concerns voiced in Brutus
The creation of factions is the mortal disease of popular governments
what does Federalist 10 argue for
What are two expressed powers of the president
You are arrested for stealing and you refuse to answer the questions asked by the police officer which amendment states that you can do this
5th amendment
Why was the Declaration of Independence written
To explain to other countries why the colonies needed to separate from Great Britian
Robert Yates
Who created Brutus
James Madison
Who wrote Federalist 1 as Publius
Where can you find powers that the executive branch has over the legislative branch
Article 2
you are fined $5000 for stealing gum from the gas station is this constitutional
no, violates the 8th amendment
Three basic ideas listed in the Declaration of Independence
1) all men are created equal and given life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
2) It is the government's job to protect these rights
3) If the government fails to do so the people have the right to revolt
Why was Brutus against the Constitution
Was an anti-federalist who was against a strong central government
Why is it impossible to control factions
people have different ideas and natural divisions which are necessary for the survival of society
Over 25, citizen of the US for at least 7 years and live in the state that they are running for
What are the requirements for members of the House of Representives
List all 10 rights granted by the bill of rights
1st freedom of speech and religion, 2nd freedom to bear arms, 3rd freedom to refuse soldiers from quartering on private property, 4th freedom from unreasonable search and seizure, 5th rights to a fair trial, 6th right to a speedy trial with assistance of counsel, 7th resolves disputes with a jury, 8th protects against cruel and unusual punishment, 9th protects individual rights, 10th protects the states rights
A book about government was written by the English philosopher John Locke. The Declaration of Independence was based on these principles of government.
Two Treaties of Government
the Anti-federalist Papers (85 essays written by Robert Yates, Melancton Smith, and John Williams against the constitution)
Where was Brutus published
Lack of concern for the "public good," disregard of the rights of the minority, & failure to preserve citizens' personal liberties
What were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation according to Federalist 10