The Balance of Power in Madison's Federalist System

The Balance of Power in Madison's Federalist System

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History, Social Studies, Philosophy

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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James Madison sought the ideal government for the U.S., balancing power between national and state levels. His federalist system divided power into three branches: legislative, executive, and judiciary, with checks and balances to prevent dominance. These principles form the U.S. Constitution's foundation, earning Madison the title 'Father of the Constitution.' The division of powers continues to influence the nation's governance today.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main question James Madison sought to answer in his research?

How to expand the British Empire

What is the role of religion in government

How to create a monarchy

What is the best type of government

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Madison's goal in studying global philosophies and politics?

To find a balanced government system

To eliminate state governments

To find a government system that was too strong

To create a government system that was too weak

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main feature of the federalist system created by Madison?

Power is given only to the states

Power is held by a single ruler

Power is concentrated in the national government

Power is divided between national and state governments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Madison address concerns about a strong national government?

By creating a monarchy

By eliminating the national government

By separating powers into three branches

By giving all power to the president

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

The military branch

The executive branch

The legislative branch

The judicial branch

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the executive branch?

To veto laws

To make laws

To enforce laws

To interpret laws

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What system did Madison suggest to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful?

A system of direct democracy

A system of checks and balances

A system of absolute power

A system of monarchy

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What power does the president have over laws passed by Congress?

To declare them unconstitutional

To enforce them

To veto them

To amend them

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can Congress do if the president vetoes a law?

Enforce the veto

Ignore the veto

Amend the veto

Override the veto