Amendments
The 1rst Amendment
Freedom of Religion, SPeech, Press, Assembly, and Petition
3rd Amendment
No quartering of soldiers
What is a state government?
Part of government that makes the rules for the people living in their state.
Congress had no power to _________
Congress had no power to tax.
The Alien and Sedition Acts
Summary: The Alien and Sedition Acts were laws passed that extended the years immigrants had to wait before becoming a U.S citizens, the president had the power to deport without trial and prevent sedition to rebel. The Alien and Sedition Acts limited the rights of foreigners without a fair say.
Result: the Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions: introduced the theory of interposition. Arguing the states to take control of this unconstitutional law passed by the federal government.
The 5th Amendment
The right to remain silent/double jeopardy, right to due process
2nd Amendment
Right to keep and bear arms
What is a Federal Government?
Congress had no power to raise ________
(couldn't defend the nation) led to Shay's Rebellion
Congress had no power to raise troops
(couldn't defend the nation) led to Shay's Rebellion
The Quasi-War With France
Summary: The Quasi War was started by the french seizing goods from american ships after jays treaty. Once 3 americans were sent to france to negotiate, 3 french agents were sent back. They were referred to as “X,Y, and Z”. These 3 agents demanded a bribe of money which was turned down by the americans. This incident was called the XYZ affair and the 2 nations ended trade and went to war. Later, the 2 nations signed the convention of 1800 that released america from the treaty of 1778 and ended the quasi war.
6th Amendment
Right to a fair, speedy trial.
9th Amendment
Citizens are entitled to rights not listed in the Constitution.
What is Federalism?
A form of government in which power is divided between the federal, or national, government and the states.
Amendments to the Articles of Confederation required _________ consent ( of all 13 states)
Amendments to the Articles of Confederation required unanimous consent ( of all 13 states)
Jay’s Treaty and Pinckney’s Treaty
Summary: In Jay’s Treaty, the British forced him to allow the British to seize an cargo going to French ports and in return, the British gave up their forts in American territory and also gave the United States most favored nation status. The treaty was signed by Washington avoiding war and protecting the American economy. Jay’s Treaty contributed to the United States winning concessions from the Spanish. In Pinckney’s Treaty, the United States had the right to navigate through the Mississippi to get to New Orleans to drop off goods.
7th Amendment
Right to a trial by Jury
10th Amendment
Powers not given to federal government go to the people and the states
In 1787, representatives from the 13 states met in Philadelphia to create a new government to replace the Articles of Confederation. The new government would be called the ________.
With a goal of giving more power to the national government but not enough power to oppress the people.
Constitution of 1787
No national _______ to lead the nation
No national executive to lead the nation
Battle of Saratoga
Turning point of the American Revolution. It was very important because it convinced the French to give the U.S. military support. It lifted American spirits, ended the British threat in New England by taking control of the Hudson River, and, most importantly, showed the French that the Americans had the potential to beat their enemy, Great Britain
8th Amendment
No cruel and unusual punishment.
What is the definition of Amend?
means of formal change.
Judicial Review
The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional.
The AOC wanted a ____ national government and a _____ state government.
Weak, Strong
Lexington and Concord
the first battle of the American Revolution (April 19, 1775) Between the British and the colonists.