Foundations of Democracy

In the preamble of the Constitution, the phrase "We the People" suggests:

• The supreme authority of government leaders
• Inclusion of all individuals in the United States
• Preferential treatment for certain minority groups
• Limited rights for citizens

The preamble of the Constitution of New Jersey is similar to the U.S. Constitution by focusing on:

• The separation of church and state
• Civil and religious liberties
• Concern for the health and safety of its citizens
• Justice for all citizens

Which one is not a precedent that Washington set for the executive branch?

• Served only 2 terms as president
• Let Congress define the executive branch
• Taking the title "Mr. President"
• Setting up an executive cabinet

In this excerpt, Alexander Hamilton argues that the new United States government should

• only pay off US government debts to foreign countries
• only pay off US debts to individual citizens
• pay off all the US government's debts
• refuse to pay debts from the Revolutionary War

Based on the information in the chart, where do banks get the money they lend to businesses?

• from the federal government
• from businesses
• from people depositing savings
• all of the above

Which of the following types of people would probably have been a member of the Democratic-Republicans party?

• farmers
• bankers
• factory owners
• business owners

Which of the following groups would most support this proclamation?

• Rebellious farmers
• Federalists
• Democratic Republicans
• British citizens

The "Lansdowne portraits" by Gilbert Stuart, painted in 1796, reflects this precedent Washington set for the executive office:

• Remaining neutral in European conflicts and issues
• Loyalty to foreign allies during peace and wartime
• The president's dignified and sophisticated presence in diplomatic affairs
• The use of executive force to stifle rebellion

During George Washington's presidency, how did the primary focus and issues differ between his first and second terms?

• The first term highlighted economic development, while the second term emphasized foreign policy.
• The first term concentrated on foreign affairs, whereas the second term prioritized domestic issues.
• In the first term, the emphasis was on westward expansion, while the second term centered on constitutional ratification.
• Economic matters were the main focus in the first term, while the second term emphasized social reforms.

According to this excerpt by Jefferson, the Constitution does not give the central government the power to

• Regulate interstate commerce
• Levy taxes
• Create a national bank
• Establish a standing army