AP Government Federalist Papers

What is the main argument presented in Federalist 10?

• The main argument is the need for a small republic to control the effects of factions.

• The main argument is the need for direct democracy to control the effects of factions.

• The need for a large republic to control the effects of factions.

• The main argument is the need for a monarchy to control the effects of factions.

Who were the authors of the Federalist Papers?

• Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Paine, Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay

• John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin

What is the significance of Federalist #78 in the context of the US Constitution?

• It outlines the process for amending the US Constitution.

• It focuses on the importance of state governments in the context of the US Constitution.

• It discusses the role of the judiciary in the context of the US Constitution.

• It discusses the role of the executive branch in the context of the US Constitution.

Explain the concept of 'checks and balances' as discussed in Federalist #51.

• The branches of government work together without any oversight

• Each branch of government has no influence over the other branches

• Each branch of government has some measure of influence over the other branches and may choose to block procedures of the other branches.

• The branches of government have absolute power with no limitations

What is the main idea behind Federalist #70?

• The main idea behind Federalist #70 is the need for a strong executive branch and the importance of a single energetic president.

• The main idea behind Federalist #70 is to advocate for a weak executive branch

• The main idea behind Federalist #70 is to argue for a monarchy instead of a presidency

• The main idea behind Federalist #70 is to limit the power of the executive branch

How does Federalist #78 argue for the independence of the judiciary?

• Emphasizing the need for judges to be influenced by political pressure

• Advocating for judges to be elected by the people

• Arguing for judges to serve limited terms

• Emphasizing the need for judges to be free from political pressure and influence, and advocating for their appointment for life to ensure their impartiality.

Discuss the role of factions in Federalist 10 and its impact on the government.

• The role of factions in Federalist 10 is to advocate for a strong central government and the suppression of individual rights.

• The role of factions in Federalist 10 is to promote unity and cooperation within the government.

• Factions in Federalist 10 have no impact on the government and are simply a theoretical concept.

• The role of factions in Federalist 10 is to highlight their potential negative impact on government and how a large republic can mitigate their effects.

Compare and contrast the views presented in Federalist #51 and Federalist #70.

• Discuss the impact of the French Revolution on American politics

• Explain the role of the Supreme Court in interpreting the Constitution

• The correct answer is to compare and contrast the views presented in Federalist #51 and Federalist #70.

• Analyze the economic policies of Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson

What are the key principles of government discussed in Federalist #51?

• Direct democracy, absolute monarchy

• Anarchy, oligarchy

• Totalitarianism, dictatorship

• Separation of powers, checks and balances

Explain the concept of 'energy in the executive' as discussed in Federalist #70.

• The concept of 'energy in the executive' refers to the need for a strong and decisive leader in the executive branch of government.

• The concept of 'energy in the executive' refers to the need for a leader who is easily influenced by others in the executive branch of government.

• The concept of 'energy in the executive' refers to the need for a weak and indecisive leader in the executive branch of government.

• The concept of 'energy in the executive' refers to the need for a leader who is only focused on their own personal gain in the executive branch of government.