Roots of our Constitution
Members from which state proposed the idea that no matter the states’ population, the number of representatives in Congress should be equal?
New Jersey
What is the name of the clause that enables Congress to stretch its powers to deal with the changing needs of the nation?
elastic clause
Which Amendment allows citizens the right to bear arms?
2nd
Who was a farmer from Massachusetts who fought in the Revolution and led an uprising in 1786?
Daniel Shays
Which word means, "a proposed law."
bill
Which document did the Framers get the idea for the Constitution that "people have the right to a trial by jury and to own private property?"
the Magna Carta
Which principle is shown by establishing the three branches of government, as described in Articles I-III?
separation of powers
Which Amendment protects Americans from unlawful searches of their home and property?
4th
Who was the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
Which word means, "to give up."
cede
Which document did the Framers get the idea for the Constitution of "the right of habeas corpus and citizens should hold regularly scheduled elections of officials?"
the English Bill of Rights
Which principle reflects, "dividing power between federal and state governments"
federalism
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th
Who was, a writer of Two Treatises of Government which influenced the Constitution in several ways, including: all people had natural rights to life, liberty, and property and government is an agreement between ruler and the ruled?
John Locke
This word means, "to bring charges of serious wrongdoing against a public official."
How did the Federalist Papers generate support for ratifying the Constitution?
by explaining how the Constitution would protect states’ rights
Which principle reflects, "allowing the people to choose their representatives?"
popular sovereignty
Which amendment says Congress can not force citizens to quarter troops?
3rd
Who was the writer of The Spirit of Laws which stressed the importance that the powers of government should be clearly defined and divided up and suggested 3 separate branches of government be created?
Charles Louis-Montesquieu
This word means, "following accepted standards for conduct or behavior".
ethical
Why did the Great Compromise establish a two-house legislature with representatives from both the House and the Senate?
to fairly represent all states
Which principle is shown by 'citizens electing representatives to carry out their will' and 'representatives voting according to their judgment, but remain open to other opinions'?
republicanism
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th
Who was an Antifederalist who supported having a Bill of Rights and wrote a pamphlet opposing the Constitution?
George Mason
This word means, "having to do with being a citizen".
civic