Unit 6 SS Practice Test

Front

Supporters came mainly from states with large populations.

Back

Virginia Plan

Answer explanation

The statement indicates that supporters came mainly from states with large populations, aligning with the Virginia Plan which favored representation based on population size.

Front

Supporters came mainly from states with small populations.

Back

New Jersey Plan

Answer explanation

The statement indicates that supporters came mainly from states with small populations, which aligns with the New Jersey Plan that favored equal representation for all states regardless of size.

Front

Why was the Three-Fifths Compromise included as part of the U.S. Constitution?

Back

To address the issue of how enslaved individuals would be counted for representation and taxation purposes.

Answer explanation

To address the issue of how enslaved individuals would be counted for representation and taxation purposes.

Front

Which statement about Madison’s viewpoint on the need for a bill of rights?

Back

Madison believed a bill of rights was unnecessary.

Answer explanation

Madison believed a bill of rights was unnecessary.

Front

Why did James Madison think that a Bill of Rights was not needed in the Constitution?

Back

James Madison believed that the Constitution itself already limited the powers of the government.

Answer explanation

James Madison believed that the Constitution itself already limited the powers of the government.

Front

Which phrase from the Preamble BEST shows the idea of self-government? Options: We the Dictators, We the People, We the Monarchy, We the Government

Back

We the People

Answer explanation

The phrase 'We the People' from the Preamble BEST shows the idea of self-government by emphasizing that the power and authority come from the citizens themselves.

Front

Which government powers are reserved to states?

Back

Reserved powers

Answer explanation

Reserved powers are government powers that are specifically reserved to the states, as outlined in the Tenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Front

Which statement BEST explains how Anti-Federalist writers like Mercy Otis Warren most likely influenced the ratification of the Bill of Rights?

Back

By emphasizing the importance of individual liberties and the need for explicit protections against government overreach.

Answer explanation

The Anti-Federalist writers like Mercy Otis Warren influenced the ratification of the Bill of Rights by emphasizing the importance of individual liberties and the need for explicit protections against government overreach.

Front

Which of the following BEST explains why the system represented in this image is such an important Constitutional component? Separation of powers, Executive orders, Judicial review, Checks and balances

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Separation of powers

Answer explanation

The system in the image is an important Constitutional component because it demonstrates the concept of Separation of powers, which ensures a balance of power among the branches of government.

Front

What is meant by congress having a bicameral legislature?

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The legislative branch is divided into two separate chambers or houses.

Answer explanation

The legislative branch is divided into two separate chambers or houses.