Chapter 4 Test: The Constitution

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What is a constitution?

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A document that sets out the basic laws, principles, organization, and processes of a government.

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What was a strength of the Articles of Confederation?

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Congress had the power to declare war and sign treaties.

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What was a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

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Congress had very limited power compared to the states.

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What did the Land Ordinance of 1785 establish?

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A system for settling the Northwest Territory.

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What was the purpose of the Constitutional Convention in 1787?

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To revise the Articles of Confederation.

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What did the Three-Fifths Compromise address?

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How enslaved persons were counted for representation.

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Which document influenced the Founding Fathers by emphasizing independence and public service? Options: The Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Montesquieu’s The Spirit of the Laws.

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Roman Republic

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What is one of the six goals of the Constitution mentioned in the Preamble? Options: Abolition of Slavery, Establish Justice, Right to Bear Arms, Income Tax

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Establish Justice

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Which amendment ensures the right to a trial by jury of peers?

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Civil Trials

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What does the Magna Carta emphasize that influenced the Founding Fathers? Options: Separation of powers, Independence and public service, Right to bear arms

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Leaders must also obey the law