Select the correct order of events in the creation of the United States Constitution.

Declaration of Independence → Articles of Confederation → Constitutional Convention → Ratification of the Constitution

Which of the following best illustrates the principle of federalism in the United States?

States can establish their own education systems while the federal government sets national education standards

Example of the separation of powers as established by the United States Constitution.

Congress passes laws, the President enforces laws, and the Supreme Court interprets laws.

Which of the following best demonstrates the influence of Montesquieu’s ideas on the United States Constitution? The Bill of Rights, The establishment of three branches of government, The right to bear arms, The process for amending the Constitution

The establishment of three branches of government

Which of the following is an example of how the Constitution limits the power of government? The President can serve unlimited terms Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds vote The Supreme Court can make laws States can print their own money

Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds vote

A state passes a law that conflicts with a federal law. According to the United States Constitution, which law takes precedence, and why?

The federal law, because the Constitution is the supreme law of the land

How is the concept of popular sovereignty reflected in the structure of the United States government?

By giving citizens the right to vote for their representatives

Evaluate the impact of the Federalist and Anti-Federalist debates on the inclusion of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution.

The debates led to the Bill of Rights being added to protect individual liberties.

How does the principle of checks and balances prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

Each branch has specific powers that allow it to limit the actions of the other branches

Why did the authors of both the US and Georgia constitutions include a system of checks and balances?

To ensure that no branch of government becomes too powerful.

Which principle of limited government was first established in the Magna Carta?

The monarch must also obey the law.

How does the excerpt "No free man shall be seized or imprisoned… except by the lawful judgment of his equals or by the law of the land" demonstrate the principle of the rule of law?

It ensured that even rulers must respect established legal processes.

What limitation on royal power was established by the Petition of Right?

The monarch could not imprison people without cause.

Which principle of limited government was strengthened by the English Bill of Rights?

Freedom of speech in Parliament

What issue did the Three-Fifths Compromise resolve during the Constitutional Convention?

How enslaved people would be counted for representation and taxation

What did the Great Compromise establish about representation in Congress?

Representation in the House was based on population, while the Senate gave equal representation to each state.

Why was the Commerce Clause an important part of the Constitution?

It gave Congress the power to regulate interstate and foreign trade.

How does the excerpt from the Constitution demonstrate a solution to a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

It ensures the national government has the financial ability to function and provide for the nation.

What problem under the Articles of Confederation was solved by creating the office of the president in the Constitution?

There was no central authority to enforce laws passed by Congress.

How does the provision "The judicial Power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish." address the weakness of the Articles of Confederation, and why was it important for the new government?

It created a court system that could interpret laws and resolve disputes between states, strengthening national unity.

What was one major argument made by the Federalists in support of ratifying the Constitution?

A strong central government was needed to maintain order and unity

How does Hamilton’s argument reflect a key Federalist position in the ratification debate?

A strong national government was necessary to meet the unpredictable needs of the nation.

What concern did Anti-Federalists raise about the proposed Constitution?

It lacked a Bill of Rights to protect individual freedoms.

How does Hamilton’s argument reflect Federalist reasoning, and why did they eventually compromise with the Anti-Federalists?

Federalists believed a Bill of Rights was unnecessary because the Constitution already limited government, but they compromised to ensure ratification.

Unit 2 Honors Review Flashcards

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Which philosopher is known for the idea of "natural rights" that influenced the United States Constitution?

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John Locke

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What is the main purpose of the Preamble to the United States Constitution?

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To introduce the Constitution and state its goals

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Which political philosophy emphasizes the separation of powers within government?

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Checks and balances

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Which concept is best described as the division of power between the national and state governments?

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Federalism

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Which Enlightenment idea is reflected in the phrase "We the People" in the Preamble of the Constitution?

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Popular sovereignty

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What does "checks and balances" mean in the U.S. Constitution?

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Each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches

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Which scenario best demonstrates the application of the social contract theory in the formation of the United States government?

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The government protecting individual rights in exchange for citizens following laws

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