Articles of Confederation
What was the first government of the United States?
The Articles of Confederation
What principle means "the people hold the power"?
Popular Sovereignty
How many parts does the U.S. Constitution have?
Three
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
What is one similarity between the U.S. and NC Constitutions?
Three branches of government; Bill of Rights
Name one major weakness of the Articles.
No power to tax, no executive, no national army, etc.
What principle divides power among 3 branches?
Separation of Powers
What are the three parts of the Constitution?
Preamble, Articles, Amendments
What does the 1st Amendment protect?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition
What is the highest court in NC?
NC Supreme Court
What event exposed the weaknesses of the Articles?
Shays’ Rebellion
What are the six functions in the Preamble?
Form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, secure liberty
What compromise created a two-house Congress?
The Great Compromise
Which amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment?
8th Amendment
What branch in NC government makes laws?
Legislative (General Assembly)
How many branches of government existed under the Articles?
One – Legislative
What does “promote the general welfare” mean?
Help provide a good life for all citizens
What compromise counted slaves as part of the population?
The Three-Fifths Compromise
Which amendment allows you to remain silent?
5th Amendment
Who leads the executive branch in NC?
The Governor
Why was the Articles government intentionally made weak?
Fear of strong central government like British rule
Which principle allows states and the federal government to share power?
Federalism
What does Article I of the Constitution establish?
The Legislative Branch
How many amendments are in the Constitution today?
27
What is one difference between the U.S. and NC Constitutions?
NC requires balanced budget; more specific on education