Foundational Documents
This document argues for natural rights, explains the purpose of government, and says people should revolt against any government that fails to protect these rights.
This Supreme Court case strengthened the Supremacy Clause and limited the powers of State Governments
McColloch v Maryland
The Articles of Confederation did not have this branch of government
Executive
The Debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists was about what topic?
The size and powers of the Federal Government
This principle in the Constitution means citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf, rather than direct rule by the people
Republicanism
This document lays out the system of Federalism, the separation of powers, the structure of government, and much power.
The Constitution
What debate did the three-fifths compromise settle?
How slaves would be counted for representation in congress.
Which part of the Constitution has been used to most expand the power of the federal government?
Commerce Clause
An agreement between the federal government and citizens in which the government promises to protect individual rights and liberty.
Or Natural Rights
Social Contract
Governments derive their power from the consent of the governed is an example of what?
Popular sovereignty
This essay argued that a large republic would threaten individual liberties and state sovereignty due to the dangers of consolidated federal power
Brutus 1
When the Federal Government requires states to do something but does not provide the money to enact these policies, it is an example of what?
Unfunded Mandate
Which powers allow both the federal and state governments to make policies involving taxation?
Concurrent Powers
According to Locke the entire purpose of government is what?
To protect natural rights
The power of the U.S. Senate to confirm presidential appointments is an example of this constitutional principle
Checks and Balances
This Federalist Paper famously argued that a large republic is the best way to control the 'mischiefs of faction' and prevent majority tyranny
Federalist 10
This form of financial aid gives states the greatest freedom in how the funds are spent
Block Grants
Gives Congress the power to enact laws as needed to enforce the Constitution and carry out its powers given in the Constitution.
The source of Implied Powers
the necessary and proper clause
This concept means all citizens are equally protected and subject to the law, and refutes the concept of Divine Right
The Rule of Law
This constitutional principle restricts governmental power to only those powers specifically granted by the Constitution, protecting individual rights and preventing government overreach
Limited government
This document argues that checks and balances and the separation of powers within the government are necessary to prevent tyranny and protect liberty.
Federalist 51
DAILY DOUBLE!
According to Aristotle, this is the ultimate goal of life, achieved by living virtuously and exercising reason
It’s about reaching a state of fulfillment, excellence, and living in accordance with one’s true purpose
Eudaimonia
When the Constitution was originally ratified, which part of the government was "closest to the people" and represented the most purely democratic part of the Government?
House of Representatives
Fundamental rights such as trial by jury and due process of law – protection against the wrongful taking of life, liberty, or property were first articulated in what document?
Magna Carta
Explain the difference between dual and cooperative federalism.
Dual or Layer Cake - The national government and state governments have distinct areas of power
Cooperative or Marble Cake - The national government and state governments work together in the public interest.