Writing Constitution Mini 1

What did Federalists promise to add to the Constitution in order to win support so that it would pass?

• a ban on the importation of additional slaves
• Bill of Rights
• free hot dogs

Why didn't the Anti-Federalists want the U.S. Constitution ratified?

• Individual rights would be threatened by a strong federal government.
• It would be easier to make money.
• It is illegal to have 3 branches of government.

What challenge did George Washington face as President of the United States?

• Which way he should face on the dollar bill
• the color of the White House
• Paying off debts from the American Revolution

How did Southern states gain power in Congress based on non voting population?

• 3/5 Compromise
• Great Compromise
• Compromise of Compromisity

How were the differences between large and small states over the issue of representation in the new national government settled?

• Population
• Bicameral Legislature
• Electoral College

What was the initial cause of the American Revolution?

• French and Indian War
• Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Mr. Zuniga

Which of the following was NOT a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• No President
• Power to Declare War
• No Army
• States have the power

Who was the first casualty of the American Revolution?

• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington
• Crispus Attucks

Which major battle ended the American Revolution?

• Battle of Yorktown
• Battle of Saratoga
• Battle of Bull Run

What type of government does a Federalist want?

• Strong Central Government
• Strong State Government