The Articles and the Constitution (Mr. A's Lecture 3/4)

What were the Articles of Confederation?

• A type of democracy with a strong central government

• America's first constitution

• A military alliance between the states

• A plan to unify the colonies

What was the main problem with the Articles of Confederation?

• Weak centralized power

• Lack of financial resources

• Interstate disputes

• Shays' Rebellion

Who was the driving force behind the Constitutional Convention?

• Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

• James Madison

• John Jay

What were the Federalist Papers?

• Letters to the Editor arguing against the ratification of the Constitution

• Letters to the Editor arguing for the ratification of the Constitution

• Letters written by George Washington during the Constitutional Convention

• Letters written by Thomas Jefferson advocating for a strong central government

What does the Preamble of the Constitution emphasize?

• The power of the government over the people

• The importance of individual liberties

• The need for a strong military

• The role of the states in governing

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• State Relations

What does the Supremacy Clause state?

• State and local laws are supreme over national laws

• National laws are supreme over state and local laws

• State laws are supreme over local laws

• Local laws are supreme over state and national laws

What is the purpose of the Amendment Process?

• To make the Constitution a living document

• To establish a more perfect union

• To protect individual liberties

• To ensure domestic tranquility

Which amendment protects the right to bear arms?

• 1st Amendment

• 2nd Amendment

• 4th Amendment

• 13th Amendment

What is the legacy of the Constitution?

• A rigid and unchanging document

• Adaptability over time

• A hindrance to progress

• A symbol of tyranny