Articles of Confederation
Who created the Articles of Confederation?
The Continental Congress
What was the main argument made in Brutus I?
To not ratify the constitution
What date was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4th, 1776
Who wrote Federalist no. 10
James Madison
Who wrote the Letters from Birmingham Jail?
Martin Luther King Jr
Why were the Articles of Confederation created?
To provide a unified government for the 13 colonies and manage the revolutionary war
Who wrote Brutus I?
Robert Yates
According to the Declaration of Independence what are the three unalienable rights?
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
What does Federalist no. 10 argue
A large republic is beneficial because it will drown out "bad factions"
What famous quote did MLK Jr write in the Letters from Birmingham Jail?
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere"
What were some downsides to the Articles of Confederation?
- No taxing power
- Weak central government
- Economic problems
Why does Brutus I argue against a large republic?
According to the Declaration of Independence: All men are created _____
Equal
What does Federalist no. 51 outline?
U.S. Constitution's structure creates a system of checks and balances to prevent tyranny within the government
What did the letters from Birmingham jail argue?
They defended nonviolent direct action against racism, justified breaking unjust laws, and criticized white moderates for prioritizing order over justice.
What treaty did the Articles of Confederation negotiate?
The 1783 Treaty of Paris.
What is Brutus I in favor of?
Why did the Declaration of Independence contain a list of grievances against the British crown?
What does Federalist no. 70 argue?
A single, energetic executive leader to ensure effective government, unity, and accountability
What is the significance of the Letters from Birmingham Jail?
It is a foundational text in the American Civil Rights movement leading to activism and action
How did the Articles of Confederation lead to the expansion of the 13 colonies?
Enacted the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, establishing a framework for western expansion
What other foundational documents did Brutus I lead to be created?
What did the Declaration of Independence represent?
The 13 colonies seceding from British rule
What does Federalist no. 78 argue?
argues for a strong, independent judicial branch with life tenure for judges to safeguard the Constitution
Why did MLK Jr write the Letters from Birmingham Jail?
Responding to an open letter from eight white Alabama clergymen criticizing the protests