Articles of Confederation
Is the following a weakness or a strength: Negotiated peace with the British
Strength
Where was the Constitutional Convention held?
Philadelphia
What does preamble mean?
Introduction
OPPOSED
What does the word RATIFY mean?
To pass/approve?
Is the following a weakness or a strength: Spanish challenged US borders
Strength
What was the original purpose of the Constitutional Convention?
To REVISE the AOC.
The Preamble of the United States Constitution says that the power of our government comes from the ___________________.
PEOPLE
What did both the Federalists and Anti-Federalists finally agree upon to protect the rights of all citizens and to ratify the Constitution?
The bill of rights. (COMPROMISE)
Fill in the blank: Federalists________ the constitution.
Supported.
What was one MAJOR problem with the AOC?
- Congress could not tax
- Congress could not regulate trade
- Congress could not raise an army
- Weak central govt.
- No exex/judicial branch
What is the purpose of checks and balances in the Constitution?
to ensure that no branch of the federal government becomes too powerful.
What does the phrase “insure domestic tranquility” mean?
Peace on the homeland.
Federalists or Anti-Federalists: This group believed a strong president was necessary to protect the country against foreign attack and make sure laws are carried out properly.
Federalists
Who is Mrs. VF celebrity crush
Chris Evans AKA Captain America
What was the first form of government for the US during and after the Revolution?
Articles of Confederation
Why do you think the powers to govern have been divided between the national and state governments?
To prevent a branch from becoming TOO powerful.
What does the phrase “secure the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity” mean?
Provide freedom for us and our children.
Federalists or Anti-Federalists: This group believed the United States was too large to have a central government. People won’t know their leaders and will lose control over the government.
Federalists
What is the name of ONE of Mrs. VF's cats?
Binx OR Salem
How did Shay’s Rebellion lead to the writing of the Constitution?
It showed the weaknesses of the central govt/AOC.
Senate (equal)
House of Representatives (based on population)
What was the purpose of the Preamble?
What were the federalist papers?
Articles written in order to promote the constitution.
What is Mrs. VF's favorite period?
ALL OF THEM, hehe :)