The Toxic Ex
Who was in charge of the 13 colonies prior to the American victory of the revolution?
King George III and Parliament
America's first government following independence from Great Britain was under what document?
The Articles of Confederation
What new document was created at the meeting of representatives to be the law of the land in America for forever more?
The United States Constitution
What is compromise?
give and take from two or more ideas where both sides get some of what they want and lose some of what they want
Imagine that you're a homeowner during a time of peace. The government wants to use your house to house soldiers without your permission. Which amendment prevents this from happening?
3rd Amendment
What caused the King to start all the ridiculous taxes on the 13 colonies?
Being in large debt from the French and Indian War
What was one of the few strengths of the new government in America
It gave the federal government the ability to declare war, form alliances, and any other foreign affairs
The basis of the new document was "Federalism". Federalism is when there is a BALANCE between these two forms of government.
State and Federal(national)
Name that plan:
3 Branches of Government
Legislative Branch is Bicameral (2 houses)
Both houses are based on population
Virginia Plan
You've been accused of a crime, and you want to make sure you're treated fairly during the legal process. Which amendment protects your rights, such as not incriminating yourself and getting a fair trial?
5th Amendment
What upset the colonist about the taxes so much?
They had no representation in government to have a say on their taxes
What was a major issue with the new form of government in the nation?
It gave the states too much power and almost no power to the federal government. Federal government had to ask for taxes to be paid and laws to be followed.
Three branches of government were established in the US Constitution. To ensure no one branch will get too powerful they made sure each branch has its own duties, roles, and powers. Between the three branches this is known as what?
Separation of Powers
This compromise was focused on the South wanting slaves to count as part of their population for taxation and representation purposes. The North opposed this drastically. Name the compromise
3/5 Compromise
You're worried about the government invading your privacy without a good reason. Which amendment assures that the government needs a warrant based on probable cause before they can search your home or seize your property?
4th Amendment
What document stated that we would no longer be with the King?
The Declaration of Independence
What rebellion showed the nation that there are major weaknesses in the new form of government
Daniel Shay's Rebellion
To continue to ensure that no one branch becomes all powerful, each branch has powers or limitations on other branches in the government. This is known as what.
Checks and Balances
Name the plan
3 Branches of Government
Unicameral Legislative
Everyone gets one vote
New Jersey Plan
You're involved in a legal dispute about money or property, and you want a group of ordinary citizens to make the decision instead of a judge. Which amendment ensures your right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
7th Amendment
What day was "The Breakup Letter" officially signed and decreed?
July 4th, 1776
What was the meeting known as where representatives from each state met to alter the new form of government and eventually decided to create a brand new constitution?
The Constitutional Convention/ Philadelphia Convention
The fear of losing our individual civil rights as American Citizens to the federal government, these were created to protect our rights.
Bill of Rights
This compromise combined two ideas of branches of government and how the legislative branch would be set up. It decided on 3 branches and the legislative being bicameral. House of Representatives would be by population and the senate would have 2 from each state.
The Great Compromise (The Connecticut compromise)
You're discussing your rights with your friends, and you realize that not all of your rights are listed in the Constitution. Which amendment reminds you that there are other rights you have, even if they're not explicitly mentioned?
9th Amendment