Unit 1: The Constitution
These powers _______ are written in the Constitution, and these powers ________ are not explicitly written, but Congress has the power to make these as time goes on if deemed necessary and proper?
Enumerated powers ; Implied powers
What were the first two political parties?
Federalists and Democratic-Republicans
What first major land expansion helped the United States geographically and economically, and who was responsible for this?
Louisiana Purchase - President Thomas Jefferson
Giving away land or territory (sometimes for a price or as part of an agreement) is called what?
Cede
What is it called when political debated or conversations involve insults or accusations to try and gain voters?
Mudslinging
This creates balance in the Federal government by giving different roles to different branches, and by having a system where one branch can check and limit the others so one cannot become too powerful
separation of powers
Why did the first political parties form?
Disagreements about government power and the constitution (Federalists wanted more power to the Federal Government, and Democratic-Republicans wanted more power to the states)
Any new states created above this border could not have slavery, excpet for the State whose border it belonged to - any new states south of the border were permitted/allowed to have slavery.
the Missouri Compromise
What helped the United States' economy grow and businesses expand? Talking about money, wealth, or resources that can expand or grow a business. And also talking about the type of system that allows people to own businesses and collect profits, while also competing against other companies...
Capital and capitalism and free enterprise
What is it called when voting rights were expanded so that it wasn't only land-owning men that could vote? It gave more of a say to ordinary people
Common Man Democracy
How do the principles of Popular Sovereignty and Limited Government ensure that power remains with the people? Give an example
Voting, Elections, Rights, Freedoms, "We the people"
What was the Bill of Rights?
first 10 amendments to the constitution
What was a time of fewer political disagreements because the Federalist party was dissolving - It was a time of unity, and what was it called when Americans felt more proud and loyal to their country?
the Era of Good Feelings, and Nationalism
when one company owns a whole industry, so there would be no competition and prices could be raised since there are no other companies to offer other options or other prices
A monopoly
What is it called when a political party holds a meeting or conference to pose questions to candidates and decide or select who the party wants to run for president?
A Nominating Convention
This concept is important for protecting individuals’ rights and ensuring a fair court system? Accusations might be untrue, so it protects people so the government must follow a procedure
Due Process
What was it called when Britain captured and forced American sailors to serve in the British navy?
What was the policy called where James Monroe wanted to stop the European countries from taking power in the American continents, so he warned Europe he would take military action if any countries tried to colonize or take power
the Monroe Doctrine
"Better and more efficient ways to transport goods", and "trading goods from one state to another" which boosted the country's economy.
Turnpikes, Canals, Railroads, and Steamboats helped contribute to Interstate Commerce
What is it called when a president cancels or stops a law? This is a power of the president
Veto
This is so laws do not go against the constitution or people's rights. It makes it so the government can't just make any random r unfair law
Judicial Review
What were the laws that John Adams signed into effect that gave more power to the president by allowing the president to deport Europeans that could be a threat and by limiting free speech so that people could not criticize the government or make accusations.
the Alien and Sedition Acts
Name 2 of the causes of the War of 1812, and what country did the United States fight against?
Britain was teaming up with and giving weapons to Native Americans, the Embargos against each other, Impressment, and trade conflicts, border disputes with Canada - Great Britain
When land, areas, or regions were divided because each section of the country had different focuses and opinions. Give examples of what each section/region of the country's focus was...
Sectionalism - North focused on industries and manufacturing, South focused on farming and agriculture, and West focused on expansion and settlement.
What is it called when jobs or government positions are given to supporters?
The Spoils System