Strengths/Weaknesses
These two European nations became allied with the United States against the British
France and Spain
This battle marked the turning point in the American Revolution, proving the Americans had a chance
The Battle of Saratoga
How would you describe the central government under the Articles of Confederation?
Weak
Under the 3/5 Compromise every 5 of who were counted as 3 free persons?
Slaves
5
This amendment grants individual citizens the right to bear and own firearms, so long as they follow all of the rules and use them responsibly.
2nd Amendment
Identify TWO strengths of the British
Had a well trained and large army, had lots of supplies, slaves would run away to join their side, had the largest and strongest navy in the world.
What is the significance of the Battle of Yorktown?
Final major battle of the Revolutionary War. British surrender to Washington allowed the United States to gain its independence at long last.
What was a major drawback of having new changes be made by a consensus of all 13 states?
It often led to delays in decision making, as having every state agree was hard to achieve
Which states preferred the Virginia Plan? Which states preferred the New Jersey Plan?
VA Plan = Large states. NJP = Small states
An action or decision that people after you will use as an example is a _______.
Precedent
This amendment prevents the quartering of troops in the homes of Americans during peacetime and war.
3rd Amendment
This document convinced many slaves to run away and join the side of the British
Dunmore's Proclamation
What officially marked the end of the American Revolution?
The Treaty of Paris
Why do we have a system of "checks and balances" in our government?
Separate the powers, not have one branch become more powerful than the others
Name THREE of the FIVE freedoms in the First Amendment
Speech, Press, Petition, Assembly, and Religion
Name TWO precedents of George Washington
Two-Term Limit for Presidents, Called "Mr. President", Chief Diplomat/Commander in Chief, and Creation of the Presidential Cabinet
This amendment protects from illegal search and seizures by the police or the government.
4th Amendment
Identify TWO weaknesses of the British
1. Transportation of soldiers, supplies, and info took a long time. 2. British people not supportive of the war. 3. British soldiers were not familiar with the terrain/surroundings of the colonies
Name ONE of the foreign allied battlefield commanders who trained troops for the Continental Army
Marquis de Lafayette and Baron Von Steuben
What was the significance of Shays' Rebellion?
The weakness and inaction of the central government demonstrated that the Articles of Confederation needed to be replaced
Choose ONE Branch of Government and explain who makes up your branch and what its purpose is
Legislative (Congress) Makes Laws. Executive (President) Enforces Laws. 3. Judicial (Supreme Court) Judges Laws/Constitution
What is the significance of the Whiskey Rebellion?
It demonstrated the government's ability to maintain law and order under the Constitution
This amendment guarantees a fair and speedy trial for the accused. Allowed a lawyer, even if they have no money, to represent them.
6th Amendment
Identify TWO strengths and TWO weaknesses of the Americans.
S - "Home Field Advantage", led by Washington, patriotic people, and had allies. W - Troops untrained and never more than 15,000, lack of supplies and equipment
What is the significance of Valley Forge to the Continental Army (Americans)?
It served as a winter training area where the soldiers who remained were trained and improved their skills
Identify 2 of the 3 powers the central government held under the Articles of Confederation
1. Power to sign treaties with other countries. 2. Power to maintain an army/navy. 3. Power to declare war or peace
Explain how the Founding Fathers combined the New Jersey and Virginia Plans.
Created 2 houses. Senate = NJ Plan with equal representation for all states. HOR = VA Plan with representation based on a state's population.
Why has the size of the Presidential Cabinet grown in the last 200 years?
The United States has grown and developed, creating new problems that must be addressed by the President
This amendment protects the accused from being forced to pay high fines or post excessive bail. Also protects from “cruel and unusual punishment”.
8th Amendment