Constitution
Which principal of the Constitution states that people of the country rule, not the government?
Popular Sovereignty
Which amendment guarantees freedom of speech?
First Amendment
When farmers in Massachusetts rallied and shut down the court in August 1786 because they were angry over high taxes and were later defeated by militia when attempting to overtake a state armory in January 1787.
Shays Rebellion
System to ensure that one branch does not become too powerful? (think Veto, Judicial Review, Impeachment)
Checks and Balances
What were early Americans fearful of in terms of government?
The government becoming too powerful
What group supported a strong central government and of the US Constitution?
Federalists
How many amendments are included in the Bill of Rights?
10
What was the main cause of the Whiskey Rebellion?
Taxes placed on farmers who grew grain to produce whiskey
Checks and balances: this gives Congress that power to remove a public official from office?
Impeachment
Which principle of the Constitution divides the government; the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial branches that share power?
Separation of Powers
In the Preamble, which purpose tasks the federal government with taking care of its people?
Promote the general welfare
Which amendment protects Americans from illegal search and seizure?
Fourth (4th) Amendment
Why was the Whiskey Rebellion and important event?
Because is showed that the federal government could ENFORCE laws in the states.
Which principle of the Constitution means that everyone has to follow the law, even government officials?
Limited Government
What is the power of the President (Executive Branch) to stop a bill from becoming a law? (hint: Congress can override this with a 2/3 vote in both houses)
Veto
What is the Preamble?
The opening paragraph of the US Constitution? ("We the people....")
Which amendment in the Bill of Rights prevents the court from assigning excessive bails or fines?
8th Amendment
This amendment protects an individuals right to bear arms?
2nd Amendment
Which branch of government gives Congress the ability to declare war and makes laws??
Legislative Branch
Which Branch of Government Interprets the Laws? (think courts)
Judicial Branch
To fix the problem of Representation with the Articles of Confederation, The Constitution created this house of congress based on State's population? (Hint: it currently has 435 members)
The House of Representatives)
Which amendment states that a person cannot be forced to testify against themselves or be tried twice for the same crime?
5th Amendment
Who did President Washington experience border disputes with in his presidency?
The British and Indigenous (native) peoples
Why was Congress without money under the Articles of Confederation?
They weren't allowed to tax the people or the states.
How many Senators are there from each of the 50 states?
2