U.S. Constitution
Created a bicameral legislature and three branches of government.
What is the Virginia Plan
We as citizens give power to elected officials through elections.
Republicanism
Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson argued over the legality of what item?
National Bank
If the constitution does not specifically prohibit it, then you could probably do it.
Loose Construction
Impressment
People who supported a strong central government
Federalist
Who was given authority under the A.o.C.?
The States
This caused Washington to assert his authority over the country and solidified future President's roles.
Whiskey Rebellion
In order for the supreme court to hear your case, it has to go through lower courts first. Also, the supreme court is the final interpreter of the Constitution.
Judicial Review
People who called for War against Great Britain
War Hawks
This states that the constitution is the law of the land
The Northwest Ordinance was established in the land that was won during what conflict?
The French and Indian War
If you printed or said anything scandalous or critical of the U.S. Government, you would be charged with a Crime.
Alien and Sedition Acts
Louisiana Purchase
Ship that had the most success for the U.S. Navy during the War of 1812
U.S.S. Constitution
Powers that are given to the states by the constitution
Reserved Powers
What did Shay's Rebellion Cause to occur?
For people to support a strong national Government
Economic Policy in which private businesses run the economy and supply and demand determine prices and what workers are paid.
Capitalism
Political Party that did not support a strong central government having power
Democratic-Republicans
The final battle in which Andrew Jackson defeated British Troops
Battle of New Orleans
These allow the government to perform duties that are not specifically listed in the Constitution.
Implied Powers
The largest issue with the A.o.C. was the absence of this power.
Power to tax the people
States have the right to nullify acts of congress that they feel are unconstitutional according to Jefferson.
Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions
Why did Jefferson Want to buy Louisiana from Napoleon?
To expand the nation for farmers
Federalist meeting in which they tried to propose an Amendment to limit the powers of Congress
Hartford Convention