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SS - New Nation
TEST 3/25 - The New Nation
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the Articles of Confederation and what was it used for? | A document used to form a central (federal) government after the War for Indpendence |
| What powers did congress have under the Articles of Confederation? | Declare war and peace, print and borrow money, deal with other nations |
| What powers did congress NOT have under the Articles of Confederation? | Force states to obey its laws, raise money with taxes, control trade, set up an army |
| Why did congress call a meeting about the Articles of Confederation in 1787? | To make the national government stronger |
| STUDY THE DIAGRAM ON PAGE 300-301 in your book! | STUDY THE DIAGRAM ON PAGE 300-301 in your book! |
| What was the result of the government taking farms when farmers did not pay their debts? | Shay's Rebellion |
| Which states were opposed to the Virginia Plan because the larger states would have more votes? | Rhode Island, New Jersey, Connecticut |
| Who was known for his honesty when he recorded all sides of each debate given at the Constitutional Convention? | James Madison |
| Why was the Great Compromise made during the Constitutional Convention? | To represent states by both population and equal votes |
| How were the slaves counted in the Constitutional Convention? | Every 5 slaves counted as 3 free men. 3/5 rule |
| What are the three branches of government? | Legislative, Executive, Judicial |
| A legislature can override a veto by a _____ majority vote. | 2/3 |
| Why do we have the "Checks and Balances" system? | So no branch of government has too much power |
| The first ten amendments, also called the Bill of Rights, protects | rights and freedoms of all citizens |
| The Constitution of 1878 said | Senate and House of Representatives can write laws, declare war, and approve judges under a federal system |
| Why do we need a way to make amendments to the Constitution? | For the will, or desire, of the people |
| What are the rights of the Federal government/Central government? | Set up an army, issue (create) money, control trade between the states |
| What are the rights of the State government? | Set up schools, run elections, control trade within the state |
| Name three of the patriotic leaders who attended in the Constitutional Convention | George Washington, Ben Franklin, James Madison |
| What does "We the people" mean and where is it located in the Constitution? | It means government is chosen by the citizens. It is found in the Preamble. |
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