Creating a Nation

What is the definition of the term 'constitution'?

• The foundation and principles of how a government should work. Like a framework.

• A type of government where power is held by a single individual.

• A document that outlines the history of a country.

• A collection of laws passed by the legislative branch.

Define the term 'Republic'.

• A form of government in which a state is ruled by representation of the people.

• A political system where a single ruler has absolute power.

• A type of government where the monarch is the head of state.

• A system where the government is controlled by a small group of people.

What were the Articles of Confederation?

• A declaration of independence from British rule.

• A treaty between the United States and Great Britain

• A collection of essays promoting the ratification of the U.S. Constitution

• A document that established the first government of the United States. It lasted only 10 years.

What is a compromise?

• A situation where one party wins and the other loses.

• An agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.

• A decision made without any negotiation or discussion.

• A complete surrender to the demands of another party.

What was the '3/5th Compromise'?

• An agreement to count three out of every five slaves as people for taxation and representation purposes.

• A treaty between the United States and Britain to end the War of 1812.

• A compromise between the Northern and Southern states to abolish slavery.

• An economic agreement to reduce tariffs between the states.

Define the term 'Legislative Branch'.

• The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws

• The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws

• The branch of government responsible for making laws

• The branch of government responsible for managing the economy

What is the Executive Branch?

• A branch of government responsible for making laws

• A branch of government responsible for interpreting laws

• A branch of government responsible for enforcing laws

• A branch of government responsible for funding laws

Which branch of government is in charge of interpreting the laws of the United States.

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Administrative Branch

What does checks & balances mean?

• A system that allows each branch of government to amend or veto acts of another branch to keep a balance of power.

• A financial term related to balancing accounts

• A method of ensuring quality in manufacturing

• A strategy for managing personal finances

What does it mean to ratify?

• To reject a proposal

• To formally approve or confirm

• To delay a decision

• To negotiate terms