2.01 Study Guide Review

Why did many states refuse to ratify the Constitution without a Bill of Rights?

• Many states feared the new federal government would become too powerful and infringe upon individual rights, so they demanded a Bill of Rights to protect personal freedoms.

• They believed the Constitution already protected all necessary rights and no further amendments were needed.

• They wanted to delay the formation of a new government for economic reasons.

• They hoped to maintain stronger alliances with foreign nations instead of a unified federal government.

What was the main concern of the Anti-Federalists?

• The Anti-Federalists worried the Constitution gave too much power to the federal government and lacked protections for individual liberties.

• The Anti-Federalists wanted a stronger executive branch than the Federalists.

• The Anti-Federalists supported a monarchy instead of a republic.

• The Anti-Federalists believed the Articles of Confederation were too strong.

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Bill of Rights?

• The Preamble explains what the Founding Fathers felt the purpose of the government was

• The Preamble explains where the US Government gets it's power from

• The Preamble outlines the process for amending the Constitution.

• The Preamble establishes the structure of the federal government.

Why is popular sovereignty important in limiting the power of the government?

• Popular sovereignty ensures that government power comes from the people, preventing leaders from acting without public consent.

• Popular sovereignty allows the government to ignore the will of the people.

• Popular sovereignty gives unlimited power to government officials.

• Popular sovereignty removes all checks and balances from the government.

Why did the Founders fear too much democracy?

• They worried that pure democracy could lead to mob rule, instability, and the violation of minority rights.

• They believed democracy would make the government too powerful.

• They thought democracy would eliminate all social classes.

• They feared democracy would prevent economic growth.

What characteristics did the Founders believe all citizens should possess in order to have a healthy republic?

• The Founders believed citizens should be educated, virtuous, responsible, and actively involved in civic life.

• The Founders believed citizens should be wealthy, powerful, and uninterested in public affairs.

• The Founders believed citizens should avoid education and civic duties.

• The Founders believed citizens should only focus on their personal interests and ignore the needs of the community.

What five freedoms are protected by the First Amendment?

• Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of the press, the right to assemble, and the right to petition the government.

• Freedom of speech, right to bear arms, right to a fair trial, freedom of religion, and right to privacy.

• Freedom of the press, right to vote, freedom of religion, right to bear arms, and right to assemble.

• Freedom of speech, right to a fair trial, right to petition the government, right to vote, and freedom of religion.

What are three major limits on freedom of speech?

• Speech that incites violence, causes clear and present danger, or includes slander/libel can be limited.

• Speech that is unpopular, disagrees with the government, or is critical of leaders can be limited.

• Speech that is humorous, artistic, or poetic can be limited.

• Speech that is made in private, whispered, or written in a diary can be limited.

How can the government place limits on freedom of assembly?

• The government can require permits, regulate time and place, and restrict assemblies that threaten public safety.

• The government can ban all forms of assembly without exception.

• The government can only allow assemblies that support government policies.

• The government can limit assembly based on the participants' political beliefs.

Why is freedom of religion both protected and limited?

• It is protected so people can practice their beliefs freely, but limited when practices break the law or harm others.

• It is protected only for certain religions and not others.

• It is protected so that everyone must follow the same religion.

• It is limited so that no one can practice any religion at all.