American Revolution
Tea, Stamps, Molasses, Paper, Lead...
Which level of government sets policies for Alabama?
State government
What term refers to a balance of federal and state power?
Federalism
This means that a government must have the support of the people it governs.
Consent of the governed
The Declaration of Independence refers to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of ______"
Happiness
Which level of government sets policies for the entire nation?
Federal/national government
Why is it important to balance federal and state powers?
So that neither one gets too powerful/to prevent war/to prevent revolution...
This means that governments only have the powers given to them by the people.
Limited government
Following the Townshend Acts and taxes on tea, a famous "tea party" where tea was thrown overboard took place in what city?
Boston, MA
Who did the Anti-Federalists want to have more power: the federal government, or the states?
The states
This refers to federal powers which are explicitly stated in the Constitution.
Expressed powers
This means that a government’s power is divided into separate branches.
Separation of powers
What popular saying did colonists use to refer to being taxed without having a voice in government?
No taxation without representation!
Name one problem with the Articles of Confederation.
The national government was too weak/The states were too powerful/We couldn't collect taxes, remove British soldiers...
This refers to federal powers which are not explicitly stated in the Constitution, but are needed to use those expressed powers.
Implied powers
This means that the people are represented in government by elected leaders.
Representative government
Why did the British say they were taxing the colonists? Why did they need the money?
They fought "for" the colonists in the French and Indian War.
The Anti-Federalists wouldn't sign the Constitution unless there was some protection of state and individual rights. The Federalists added the first 10 amendments in response. This is called...
The Bill of Rights
This refers to federal powers which are not explicitly stated in the Constitution, but are needed to function as an independent nation.
Inherent powers
This means that a government has clear laws that apply to everyone, even leaders.
Rule of law