Unit 6 Becoming a New Nation

Which of these is a purpose of a constitution?

• to limit people's rights

• to create the laws of a government

• to give money to the king

• to encourage people to vote

Where was the origin of the idea of popular sovereignty--the idea that the people are the source of the government's power?

• England

• France

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Rome

What is a basic, or common way of participating in governement?

• buying a bumper sticker

• taking part in protests

• voting

• writing a letter to public officials

Why did James Madison write the amendments that became the Bill of Rights?

• He has always thought the constitution needed an addition.

• He hoped to create a government that was similar to Britain.

• He wanted to help out George Mason.

• He promised to add the amendments.

What is an example of going beyond basic responsibilities as a citizen? (choose 2)

• vote

• eat healthy

• volunteer

• become a public official

What are actions a good citizen can take to meet civic duties?

• serve on a jury, pay taxes, & vote

• serve on a jury, vote, & tell people what to do

• vote, pay taxes, & eat supper

• volunteer, vote, and do not pay taxes

Under the Bill of Rights, Americans accused of a crime have a right to a trial decided by a ___________, or group of people who decided their guilt or innocence.

Each of the 12 states sent one ________________, or representative, to meet and discuss making changes to the Articles of Confederation in 1787.

To make a formal change or _____________, to the Constitution, explained in Article V of the document.

Some people objected the Constitution because it did not promise or _________, so that individuals would keep certain basic rights.