Constitutional Democracy

What is a representative government as understood in the colonial and revolutionary context before the Constitution?

• Government where laws are suggested by the monarch

• Government where officials are appointed by the church

• Government where people govern through the selection of representatives

• Government led by foreign advisors

What concept does John Locke's philosophy emphasize in the context of government's role?

• Economic equality

• Preservation of rights

• Cultural assimilation

• Military strength

According to John Locke, which of the following are considered inalienable rights?

• Wealth, health, and freedom

• Life, liberty, and property

• Education, employment, and safety

• Happiness, peace, and justice

Which phrase from the Declaration of Independence reflects an idea of John Locke?

• "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"

• "We hold these truths to be self-evident"

• "All men are created equal"

• "Consent of the governed"

What does the phrase "Governments derive 'their just powers from the consent of the governed'" imply?

• Governments must control through force

• Governments should not be questioned

• Governments are valid only with public support

• Governments have unlimited power

Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Articles of Confederation?

• Prohibited Congress from taxation

• States retained sovereignty

• Strong executive branch

• Required unanimous consent for amendments

Which of the following was a direct consequence of the weaknesses of the national government during Shays' Rebellion?

• The drafting of the U.S. Constitution

• The authorization to revise the Articles of Confederation

• The establishment of a new national currency

• The creation of the first political parties

What was the primary feature of the Virginia Plan in the context of congressional representation?

• Each state would have one vote.

• Representation based on the size of a state’s population.

• Equal representation for all states in the Senate.

• Proportional representation in the House of Representatives only.

How did the New Jersey Plan propose to represent states in Congress?

• Based on the size of a state's population.

• Equal power to large and small states.

• Proportional representation in both chambers.

• Greater power to smaller states.

What was the key feature of the Great Compromise regarding the structure of Congress?

• Proportional representation in both chambers.

• Equal representation in the House of Representatives.

• Proportional representation in the House and equal representation in the Senate.

• Each state having two votes in the Senate.