Articles of Confederation
What was the Articles of Confederation
The first type of government post revolutionary war.
Who created the Virginia plan
James Madison
What are the five parts to the first amendment?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, petition, and assembly
How many amendments are in the US Constitution?
27
What two states got into a feud?
VA and Connecticut
It settled the balance of power between large and small states
What amendment allows you to not testify against yourself?
5th Amendment
The 24th amendment prevents southern states using what on African Americans?
poll tax
What rebellion showed the weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
Shay's rebellion
Who wanted a strong national government?
federalist
Which amendment guarantees "the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial"?
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th amendment
What was one problem under the Articles of Confederation? (hint think legislature)
Each state only had one regardless of population.
Why did Anti-federalist want a Bill of Rights?
To protect their rights
Which amendment address both popular sovereignty and federalism?
10th Amendment
What amendment allowed for direct election of senators?
12th amendment
When was the articles of confederation passed?
1777
What does it mean to be a strict constructionist?
To follow the constitution strictly
Which Amendment might the US Supreme Court have relied on when they struck down the death penalty for most minors?
8th Amendment
How can an amendment be proposed?