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Chapter 11 8th grade

This covers the Presidency of Thomas Jefferson/ James Madison and the Preamble

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What was Jefferson's view of the Constitution MOST of the time? strict interpretation should be followed
What level of government did Jefferson feel should make more decisions? the state governments
Who was Jefferson's intellectual opponent when he served on Washington's Cabinet? Alexander Hamilton
Was the Louisiana Purchase before or after the War of 1812? before
What was the purpose of the Corps of Discovery? To explore the Louisiana Territory, and bring back information about the plants, animals, soil, etc.
How was the Louisiana Territory acquired? It was purchased from France for $15 million dollars.
Why was the Marbury v. Madison case so important? It established the Supreme Court's power of judicial review.
What is Judicial Review? It is the process of reviewing laws, treaties or executive orders to make sure they match the Constitution.
What phrase in the Preamble relates to our millitary? "Provide for the common defense"
What phrase in the Preamble translates into peace at home? "Insure Domestic Tranquility"
Why was the Preamble written? To narrow down the purposes or goals of our government
What is the most powerful group according to the Preamble? "We the people, in order to form a more perfect union..."
What is one example of the amendment process adding voting rights for some individuals? 15th amendment: black males were granted the ability to vote
What does Article 1 of the Constitution cover? the legislative branch
What does Article 2 of the Constitution cover? the executive branch
What does Article 3 of the Constitution cover? the judicial branch
What does Article 5 of the Constitution cover? the amendment process
What does Article 7 of the Constitution cover? the process of ratification
What does ratification mean? Official approval of
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