Semester 1 Review

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Key difference between the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution regarding the structure of the national government?

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The Articles of Confederation established a unicameral legislature, while the Constitution created a bicameral legislature.

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Consider the perspective of Anti-Federalist Patrick Henry in the context of the US Constitution. "The liberties of a people never were, nor ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them."
— Patrick Henry, 1788 What was one of Henry's main concerns about the US Constitution?

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He was concerned that it would establish a government too powerful, risking the erosion of individual freedoms.

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Why did Madison believe the government created by the Articles of Confederation was ineffective?

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Madison believed the central government was too weak to govern effectively under the articles.

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Why did Madison believe the government created by the Articles of Confederation was ineffective?

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Madison argued that the new government must emphasize federalism.

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Given the Democratic Party victory in 1976, which factor most likely caused the result seen in 1980?

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dissatisfaction with the incumbent

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Which event most likely caused the changes shown on this graph?

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the creation of majority-minority districts after each census

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What is an example of the federal government violating the 10th Amendment? "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." —Amendment 10, U.S. Constitution

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Imposing federal regulations on education.

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What role did the Atlantic Ocean play in the development of the original 13 Colonies?

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The Atlantic Ocean facilitated trade, transportation, and economic prosperity for the colonies.

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How did the geography of the original 13 Colonies influence the ideals of democracy, particularly in terms of elected officials and decision-making?

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The geography promoted the idea of Representation and Federalism.

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Best research question for a project on crime rates?

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How can crime rates be reduced?