Foundations of Government
Constitutional Compromises
Principles of Government
Bill of Rights
Citizenship & Civic Duties
100

After the Revolution, what was the main weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

The central government was too weak to solve national problems

100

What did the Great Compromise establish?

Congress divided into two houses

100

What principle is shown when the president vetoes a bill and Congress overrides it?

Checks and Balances

100

Which Amendment protects peaceful protests like students objecting to cafeteria rules?

1st Amendment

100

Why is serving on a jury an important responsibility?

It protects the rights of others through fair trials

200

Which group opposed ratifying the Constitution until a Bill of Rights was added?

Anti-Federalists

200

Which problem did the Three-Fifths Compromise attempt to solve?

How enslaved people would be counted for representation and taxation

200

Which principle is violated when a man is denied a lawyer and not told his charges?

Due Process (6th Amendment)

200

Which Amendment gives the right to bear arms?

2nd Amendment

200

Which Amendment guarantees a speedy and public trial?

6th Amendment

300

Which group supported a strong central government during ratification debates?

Federalists

300

Which amendment says powers not given to the federal government belong to the states?

10th Amendment

300

What principle is shared power between federal and state governments?

Federalism

300

During peacetime, a soldier asks to stay in your home without permission. Which Amendment protects you?

3rd Amendment

300

Which Amendment guarantees a civil trial by jury in lawsuits over $20?

7th Amendment

400

Which civic action allows Americans to directly influence the government by selecting leaders?

Voting in elections

400

Which action is an example of state powers under the 10th Amendment?

Texas establishing its own public school system

400

Which principle divides government into legislative, executive, and judicial branches?

Separation of Powers

400

A man refuses to testify at his trial so he doesn’t incriminate himself. Which Amendment protects him?

5th Amendment

400

Which Amendment says people have rights not listed in the Constitution?

9th Amendment

500

What is a statement that explains the Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists debate?

Federalists supported a strong central government; Anti-Federalists feared it and demanded a Bill of Rights

500

Which compromise balanced power between large and small states at the Constitutional Convention?

The Great Compromise

500

Which principle means the people are the ultimate source of government power?

Popular Sovereignty

500

Which Amendment protects citizens from excessive bail or cruel & unusual punishment?

8th Amendment

500

Which civic duty requires citizens to contribute money for public services and government functions?

Paying taxes