Important Moments in Foundation of Country + 1 Unrelated 600
Why did the Articles of Confederation fail?
It made it too difficult for the government to raise money through taxes.
What does Federalist No. 51 say?
Calls for separation of powers among three branches of government via appropriate checks and balances.
1st Amendment
Establishment Clause: freedom of religion
Free Exercise Clause: freedom to practice religion & believe in what you want.
Free Speech Clause: it's in the name
27th Amendment
Compensation for representatives may not be changed till the next election.
9th Amendment
There are rights people have that are not specified in the Constitution.
What are the five key tenants of the Constitution?
Limited Government
Popular Sovereignty
Separation of Powers
Checks and Balances
Federalism
What does Federalist No. 10 say?
In a large republic, smaller factions will be left out because they'll be unable to gain traction with the majority of the populous.
10th Amendment
The Federal government only has the powers delegated in the Constitution. If not present, they belong to the states or people.
What are the most important clauses in the 14th Amendment?
The Citizenship Clause granted citizenship to All persons born or naturalized in the United States.
The Due Process Clause declared that states may not deny any person "life, liberty or property, without due process of law." (Civil liberties)
The Equal Protection Clause said that a state may not deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. (Civil Rights)
What is the capital of Canada?
Ottawa
What does the Declaration of Independence say?
It states people have God-natural rights that cannot be taken away; Additionally, the government obtains power from the people.
What does Federalist No. 70 say?
It regards “energy in the executive”, the action of making your independent decision in the best interest for the peoples and their liberties.
21st Amendment
Ended prohibition.
7th Amendment
Extends the right to a jury trial in Federal civil cases.
What is the capital of Lesotho?
Maseru
What is the Bill of Rights?
These were Amendments added to the constitution to protect individual liberties.
What does Federalist No. 78 say?
Discusses judicial review, independence of the judiciary, life tenure and the integrity of the courts.
5th Amendment
No double jeopardy, have property taken without compensation, and no imprisonment without due process. Charges must be stated and people have the right against self incrimination.
8th Amendment
No cruel and unusual punishment.
What is the capital of Liechtenstein?
Vaduz
Letter from a Birmingham Jail (MLK)
MLK reiterates that those protesting should remain steadfast in their non-violence
Brutus No. 1
Pluralism is not ideal because there would be too many interests.
Because there are too many views or interests, there is no true representation in a large republic.
6th Amendment
Right to a speedy trial, impartial jury in criminal cases and information regarding charges.
4th Amendment
Protects from the unreasonable search and seizure of an individual or their private property by the government.
What is the capital of Sri Lanka?
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte