Lesson 12 Vocabulary

What is the definition of Loose Construction?

• A narrow interpretation of the Constitution, meaning that congress has only those powers specifically given in the Constitution

• Something that doesn't fit tight enough.

• A broad interpretation of the Constitution, meaning that Congress has powers beyond those specifically given in the Constitution

• Jefferson's view of the Whiskey Tax.

What is the definition of Sedition?

• Being tired and taking a nap.

• The crime of encouraging rebellion against the government.

• A party.

• A fight with a neighbor.

What is the definition of nullify?

• A cool band.

• a narrow interpretation of the Constitution, meaning that congress has only those powers specifically given in the Constitution

• George Washington's parting message to the nation, given in 1796, in which he warned of threats to the nation's future.

• To refuse to recognize a federal law. This action by a state is called nullification.

What is the States' Rights Doctrine?

• George Washington's horse's name.

• The theory that rights not specifically given to the federal government by the Constitution remain with the states

• The idea that the US should be united.

• The theory that the national government has all of the power.

What is Strict Construction?

• John Adams horse's name.

• A tool construction workers use.

• A narrow interpretation of the Constitution, meaning that congress has only those powers specifically given in the Constitution

• A broad interpretation of the Constitution, meaning that Congress has powers beyond those specifically given in the Constitution

Which political party did Jefferson start?

• Federalists

• Democratic-Republicans

• Whigs

• Independents

Which political party did Alexander Hamilton start?

• Federalists

• Democratic-Republicans

• Whigs

• Independents

What does neutrality mean?

• a government order that forbids trade with another country

• A policy of not choosing sides in a dispute or war between other countries.

• A statement that means that we are going to get involved in other countries problems.

• A policy of avoiding political or military agreements with other countries.

What is a blockade?

• a closing off of an area to keep people or supplies from going in or out

• a policy of avoiding political or military agreements with other countries

• a government order that forbids trade with another country

• a policy of not choosing sides in a dispute or war between other countries

What is an embargo?

• a policy of not choosing sides in a dispute or war between other countries

• a closing off of an area to keep people or supplies from going in or out

• a government order that forbids trade with another country 

• a policy of avoiding political or military agreements with other countries