U.S. Constitution Flashcard

U.S. Constitution Flashcard

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Social Studies

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which purpose of the government as stated in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution influenced the creation of the national court system? Options: Establish Justice, Insure Domestic Tranquility, Promote the General Welfare, Secure the blessings of Liberty

Back

Establish Justice

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

During the ratification process, which complaint did the Anti-Federalists have with the U.S. Constitution?

Back

It failed to protect individual rights

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The diagram below illustrated a process outlined in the U.S. Constitution. What does the diagram outline?

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Back

The Amendment process

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which document was an agreement by early American settlers that provided for self-government, also known as the First Constitution in the new world?

Back

The Mayflower Compact

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the significance of Thomas Paine's pamphlet Common Sense?

Back

It was an influential document calling for independence from Great Britain.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which statement describes the idea of checks and balances? Options: The government receives revenue from the people, The government receives authority from the people, No branch of government can become too powerful, No branch of government can apply concurrent powers

Back

No branch of government can become too powerful

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which statement describes checks and balances? Options: Civil servants are not subject to political pressure, Presidential power is not subject to congressional oversight, Civilian authorities have control over the branches of Military, Political authority is divided among the branches of government

Back

Political authority is divided among the branches of government

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