Flashcard on the Declaration of Independence and Federalism

Front

Based on the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence, what principle was established? Options: Liberty and justice, Natural rights, Checks and balances, Establishment of religion

Back

Natural rights

Front

How did the Northwest Ordinance illustrate federalism?

Back

The process for admitting new states began with federal authority and gradually shifted governance to the states.

Front

Based on the Three-Fifths Compromise, how were enslaved people counted for representation?

Back

Three-fifths of the enslaved population was counted.

Front

How did the Great Compromise balance the needs of both large and small states?

Back

Small states gained equal representation in one house, while large states had representation based on population in the other.

Front

What was the significance of the Three-Fifths Compromise?

Back

It allowed Southern states to increase their representation in Congress.

Front

How did the Northwest Ordinance illustrate federalism?

Back

Governance began with federal control and shifted to local governance as the population grew.

Front

What were the primary differences between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists?

Back

Federalists supported a strong national government; Anti-Federalists wanted more power for the states.

Front

How did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 contribute to U.S. expansion?

Back

It provided a clear process for admitting new states with protections for individual rights.

Front

How did South Carolina’s Compromise of 1808 address representation?

Back

It balanced representation between lowcountry and backcountry regions.

Front

Which of the following describes a major political trend in South Carolina during the late 1700s and early 1800s?
Options:
Increasing division between North and South Carolina.
Growing political unification over time.
Complete dominance of backcountry representation.
Transition to a monarchy-like system.

Back

Growing political unification over time.