01.21 A New Nation: Time for a Change

01.21 A New Nation: Time for a Change

Multiple Choice

(2016) Before the U.S. Constitution was adopted, each state held a ratifying convention to discuss and vote on the Constitution. Alexander Hamilton attended the New York state ratification convention. A quote from one of his speeches during the convention is shown. Which basic principle of governance is Hamilton highlighting in this quote?

Here [in the U.S. House of Representatives], sir, the people govern; here they act by their immediate representatives.

• Federalism

• Limited government

• Popular sovereignty

• Separation of powers

Multiple Choice

Which constitutional principle is identified with the concept of “consent of the governed”?

• Rule of law

• Popular sovereignty

• Checks and balances

• Separation of powers

Open Ended

Federalism is one of the basic principles established in the U.S. Constitution. Describe how government in the United States reflects a federal structure. Write your answer below.

Federalism is one of the basic principles established in the U.S. Constitution. Describe how government in the United States reflects a federal structure. Write your answer in the Answer Document.

Federalism is defined as a government where power is divided between the national government and other governmental units.

Article 1 of the Constitution creates the framework for how power in government is split between the federal government and the states.

Multiple Choice

What kind of practice is exemplified in the situation described below:

The Supreme Court takes on a case about the constitutional merits of a law. After hearing arguments for and against the law, they issue a verdict that the law goes against certain provisions of the U.S. Constitution. Once determined unconstitutional, the law is struck down, or voided.

• Judicial review

• Federal appeal

• Limited government

• Popular sovereignty