Federalist
What kind of government did the Federalists want?
A strong, NATIONAL government.
Why were Anti-federalists afraid of a strong central government?
The fear of creating another tyranny.
What document did Federalists argued already limited government power enough?
The Constitution.
What compromise created a two-house legislature?
The Great Compromise
Which branch of government makes laws?
The Legislative Branch
Did Federalists support or oppose the Constitution?
Support
Under what document was the first government of the United States created?
The Articles of Confederation?
What is the name for the first ten amendments to the Constitution.
Bill of Rights
What compromise determined how enslaved people would be counted for representation?
The Three-Fifths Compromise
The President the leader of which branch of government?
Executive Branch
What did Federalists believe were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation ?
It didnt have power to tax, there was no court system, and no control over trade.
What kind of government did the Anti - Federalists want?
They wanted strong STATE governments.
What amendment in the Bill of Rights allows you to the freedom of speech?
First amendment
What branch of government, created by the Three-Fifths Compromise, was made up of the House and Senate?
The Legislative Branch
Who is the leader of the Judicial Branch?
The Supreme Court
Why did Federalists think a Bill of Rights was unnecessary?
They believed the Constitution already protected individual rights.
Why were Anti-Federalists afraid of a strong national government?
A strong national government would have too much power.
What was one example of a right the Anti-Federalists wanted protected with the Bill of Rights?
Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, or the right to a fair trial.
What is representation based on in the House of Representatives?
Population
What system in governement ensures that one branch doesn't have too much power?
System of Checks and Balances
Name a Federalist leader whose last name is a Broadway play.
Alexander Hamilton
What did Anti-Federalists want added to the Constitution to ensure freedoms?
Bill of Rights
Why did some Federalists agree to add a Bill of Rights even though they originally thought it wasn’t necessary?
To compromise with the Anti-Federalists and ensure enough states would approve the Constitution.
What compromise allowed Congress to regulate trade but delayed ending the slave trade?
The Commerce and Slave Trade Compromise
What power does the veto give to the President?
Veto power