U.S. Constitution and Government Concepts

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Who were the Anti-Federalists?

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People who opposed the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, fearing a too powerful government that might infringe on individual freedoms and states' rights.

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What did the Anti-Federalists believe was necessary to protect freedoms?

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A Bill of Rights should be added to the Constitution to protect individual freedoms and states' rights.

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What does Article II of the U.S. Constitution establish?

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The executive branch, outlining the powers and duties of the President and the structure of the executive branch.

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Who shares the power of levying taxes in the U.S.?

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Both the federal and state governments share the power to levy taxes.

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What was the Virginia Plan?

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A proposal at the 1787 Constitutional Convention for a strong national government with a bicameral legislature based on population, a national executive, and a national judiciary.

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Popular Sovereignty

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The government's power comes from the people.

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Republicanism

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A form of government where the people elect representatives.

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Limited Government

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A government's power is restricted by a constitution in order to protect individual rights.

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Separation of Power

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The government is divided in to branches. Each branch has distinct powers.