Civic Literacy - Module 2 - Post Assessment Review

Front

In which plan for government did the smaller states ask for equal representation in the legislative branch?

Back

New Jersey Plan

Front

A legislature with two houses is known as a _______ congress.

Back

Bicameral

Front

Which compromise settled the debate on how representation should be decided for the Legislative Branch?

Back

The Great Compromise

Front

Which Enlightenment Philosopher's ideas were used to create a separation of powers between the three branches of government?

Back

Montesquieu

Front

Which plan for government was supported by large states because it called for representation to be based on population?

Back

Virginia Plan

Front

Which Enlightenment philosopher believed that the people have power in the government and that individuals have certain natural rights that cannot be taken away?

Back

Locke

Front

The ______ compromise was created to check the popular vote for President.

Back

Electoral College

Front

Identify the group of people that did not want to ratify the new Constitution for fear that it gave too much power to the federal government.

Back

Anti-Federalists

Front

Which amendment protects homeowners from keeping soldiers in their homes during times of peace?

Back

Amendment 3

Front

What rights does Amendment 6 guarantee?

Back

The right to a speedy and fair trial with a jury of your peers.