Unit 4 Quiz

Which party had a strict interpretation of the Constitution?

The purpose of the Proclamation of Neutrality during George Washington's presidency was to:

• Declare war on European nations

• Support the French Revolution

• Maintain peace and avoid involvement in European conflicts

• Form an alliance with Great Britain

Which event involved French agents attempting to bribe U.S. negotiators during John Adams' presidency?

What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase during Thomas Jefferson's presidency?

• It doubled the size of the United States.

• It led to the War of 1812.

• It established the first national bank.

• It resulted in the abolition of slavery.

What was the War of 1812 also known as during James Madison's presidency?

What is the significance of Marbury vs. Madison?

• It established the principle of judicial review.

• It ended the practice of slavery in the United States.

• It granted women the right to vote.

• It led to the creation of the Bill of Rights.

Define the term 'Unconstitutional'.

• Not in accordance with a political constitution, especially the US Constitution, or with procedural rules.

• In complete agreement with the constitution.

• A term used to describe a legal action that is fully supported by the constitution.

• A concept that is irrelevant to constitutional law.

Who are the 'Cabinet'?

• A group of senior government ministers chosen by the Prime Minister or President

• A collection of advisors to the monarch

• A committee of the legislative branch

• A panel of judges in the supreme court

What is 'Judicial Review'?

• Judicial Review is the power of a court to review the actions of government officials and agencies to determine whether they are consistent with the constitution or laws.

• Judicial Review is the process by which a judge is appointed to the Supreme Court.

• Judicial Review is a method used by the legislature to amend the constitution.

• Judicial Review is the procedure for electing judges in a democratic system.

What does 'Sedition' refer to?

• Conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state

• A type of plant disease

• A musical term for a slow tempo

• A geological formation