U.S. Constitution and Government Concepts

U.S. Constitution and Government Concepts

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5th Grade

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Jennifer Von Mosch

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the Virginia Plan?

Back

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.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Popular Sovereignty

Back

The government's power comes from the people.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Republicanism

Back

A form of government where the people elect representatives.

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Separation of Power

Back

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