EduProtocols - Constitution

What was the main weakness of the Articles of Confederation:

• It created a strong central government that overpowered the states.

• It lacked the power to enforce laws and collect taxes.

• It was the second government of the United States.

Define Northwest Ordinance of 1787:

• A law passed by Congress that encouraged settlers to expand into the Louisiana Territory.

• A law passed by Congress that helped establish new states in the Northwest Territory.

• A law passed by Congress that helped identify new areas of expansion across the continent.

What was the significance of the Great Compromise during the Constitutional Convention of 1787?

• It established a unicameral legislature with equal representation for all states.

• It led to the creation of the executive branch of government.

• It resulted in the formation of a bicameral legislature, balancing representation by population and by state.

What was the purpose of the Three-Fifths Compromise during the Constitutional Convention?

• To count three-fifths of the enslaved population for taxation purposes.

• To count three-fifths of the enslaved population for both representation and taxation purposes.

• To count three-fifths of the enslaved population for representation purposes only.

Define Federalist:

• Supported the Constitution, wanted a strong central government, and was led by Alexander Hamilton and James Madison.

• Opposed the Constitution, wanted more power given to state governments, and was led by George Mason and Patrick Henry.

• Believed in the right to individual liberty regardless of the situation, and that individuals were best suited for establishing government.

Define Anti-Federalist:

• Supported the Constitution, wanted a strong central government, and was led by Alexander Hamilton and James Madison.

• Opposed the Constitution, wanted more power given to state governments, and was led by George Mason and Patrick Henry.

• Believed in the right to individual liberty regardless of the situation, and that individuals were best suited for establishing government.

Define Checks and Balances:

• System in which each branch of government has the ability to limit, or check, the power of the other branches.

• A system in which the judiciary branch has the final say in all government decisions.
• A system in which the executive branch has complete control over the other branches.

Define Citizens Responsibilities:

• Serve on juries, vote in elections, stay informed, obey all laws.

• Run for office, serve on election committees, and campaign year-round for the next election.

• Help others determine right from wrong; serve in every military branch, provide first aid to wounded veterans.

Define 1st Amendment:

• The 1st Amendment guarantees the right to bear arms.
• The 1st Amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial.
• The 1st Amendment guarantees freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government. (RAPPS)

Define 4th Amendment:

• The 4th Amendment guarantees the right to bear arms.
• The 4th Amendment protects individuals from self-incrimination.
• The 4th Amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures.