Foundations of American Government Flashcard

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What is a search warrant?

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A document allowing the police to search a place.

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How did James Madison support ratification of the Constitution?

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By writing the Federalist Papers.

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What was the first thing Alexander Hamilton did to show he was a Patriot?

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He joined the Continental Army.

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What was the document that created the first government after the colonies declared independence?

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The Articles of Confederation.

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What document said that the government of England was violating the people's rights?

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The Declaration of Independence.

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What is the Constitution?

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The supreme law of the land that outlines the framework of the government.

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What are the Bill of Rights?

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The first ten amendments to the Constitution that guarantee individual rights.

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Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

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James Madison.

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What is the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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To declare the colonies' independence from British rule.

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What is a democracy?

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A system of government where the people have the power to make decisions.