American History Flashcard 4.3-4.4

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According to the Anti-Federalists, what was the effect of the Constitution on the states?

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It made the states too weak.

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Why did the Antifederalists believe a bill of rights was necessary?

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To protect basic liberties.

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Who were the leaders of the Antifederalists in Virginia?

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Patrick Henry, George Mason, and Governor Edmund Randolph

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Which state was the last to ratify? Virginia, New York, North Carolina, Rhode Island

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Rhode Island

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When did Americans vote in the first election?

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January 1789

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What was the capital of the United States at the time of the first election?

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New York

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What did John Adams urge Americans to study?

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The examples of Greece and Rome

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What long tradition did Americans enjoy that influenced the Framers? Options: Monarchical rule, Representative government, Direct democracy, Oligarchy

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Representative government

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Why was the President made an elected official?

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To prevent military control over the people

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What change was made to the courts to ensure independence?

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They were made independent