
Poly Sci 1st semester Fianle

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How did John Locke's concept of the social contract influence the Founding Fathers' approach to government?
Back
It emphasized the need for a government that protects natural rights, influencing the Declaration of Independence.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Evaluate the impact of the British unitary system on the Founding Fathers' decision to adopt federalism.
Back
It fostered a distrust of strong central authority, leading to the adoption of federalism to balance power.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does federalism address the challenges of governing a large and diverse nation like the United States?
Back
By allowing states to handle local matters while the federal government manages national issues.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Analyze the role of the 10th Amendment in the federal system established by the Founding Fathers.
Back
It reserves powers not delegated to the federal government for the states, ensuring state sovereignty.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Evaluate how the concept of checks and balances is integrated into the federal system to prevent any single level of government from dominating.
Back
By ensuring that each branch of government can limit the powers of the others, maintaining a balance of power.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Discuss the significance of enumerated powers in the federal system established by the U.S. Constitution.
Back
They explicitly list the powers of the federal government, limiting its scope and ensuring state sovereignty.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How did the Founding Fathers ensure the protection of individual liberties through the adoption of federalism?
Back
By decentralizing power and sharing authority between federal and state governments to prevent federal overreach.
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