Founding Principles and Debates Quiz

What was one major problem with the Articles of Confederation?

• It allowed the federal government to collect taxes directly from citizens.

• It gave too much power to the national government.

• It did not allow the federal government to regulate trade.

• It established a strong executive branch.

Which precedent did George Washington set during his presidency?

• Serving more than two terms as President.

• Establishing a national bank.

• Forming a cabinet of advisors.

• Declaring war without Congress.

What was a key point in George Washington's Farewell Address?

• Encouraging the formation of political parties.

• Advising against permanent alliances with foreign nations.

• Promoting the idea of a monarchy.

• Supporting the idea of a national bank.

What was Alexander Hamilton's main argument for establishing a national bank?

• It would weaken the federal government.

• It was necessary to stabilize and improve the nation's credit.

• It would only benefit the wealthy.

• It was unconstitutional.

What was the Great Compromise?

• An agreement to end the Revolutionary War.

• A plan to divide power between the federal and state governments.

• A solution to the debate over representation in Congress.

• A treaty with Native American tribes.

Which issue was debated at the Constitutional Convention?

• The location of the nation's capital.

• The method of electing the President.

• The design of the national flag.

• The establishment of a national religion.

Under the Articles of Confederation, how many branches of government were there?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What did George Washington warn against in his Farewell Address regarding political parties?

• They would strengthen the nation.

• They would divide the nation.

• They were necessary for democracy.

• They should be encouraged.

What was a weakness of the Articles of Confederation in terms of military power?

• It allowed states to declare war independently.

• It provided for a large standing army.

• It did not allow the federal government to maintain a standing army.

• It required states to contribute soldiers to a national army.

What was one of the outcomes of the debates at the Constitutional Convention?

• The decision to abolish the presidency.

• The creation of a bicameral legislature.

• The establishment of a national religion.

• The decision to remain under British rule.