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Unit 4 part 2

TermDefinition
Republicanism The people elect representatives to make decisions and pass laws on their behalf.
Federalism Power is shared between the national government and the state governments.
Checks and Balances Each branch of government can limit the power of the others. This keeps any one branch from becoming to powerful.
Separation of Powers Government power is divided among the three branches with each branch having its own duties.
English Common Laws Traditional English laws based on court decisions and customs. which influenced American legal ideas like trial by jury.
Debates Delegates disagreed about how much power the federal government should have and how states should be representatives.
Great Compromise Combined the two plans- Congress would have two houses: one based on population (House of Reps) and one with equal representation (Senate).
Three- Fifths Compromise Decided how enslaved people would be counted for representation and taxes.
Federalists vs. Anti- Federalists Federalists supported the Constitution; Anti- Federalists worried it gave too much power to the Federal government
Popular Sovereignty The power of government comes from the people. Citizens vote and have a voice in how they are governed.
Due Process The government must follow fair procedures and laws before taking away a persons life, liberty, or property.
Elections and Representatives Government Citizens vote to choose leaders who represent their views.
Right to Private Property People can own things, and the government cant take their property without a good reason and fair payment.
Equal Justice Under the Law Everyone must be treated fairly in court, no matter who they are.
Equal Protection The laws must apply equally to all people.
Rule of Law Everyone, including leaders, must follow the law.
Supremacy Clause The U.S. Constitution is the highest law in the land. If state and national laws conflict, the national law wins.
Changing the constitution is a- Serious and thoughtful process
U.S. Constitution An amendment must be approved by two- thirds of both houses of Congress and then ratified by three-fourth of the state legislatives
Virginia Constitution An amendment must be passed by the general assembly (VA's legislative) two times and then approved by VA voters in a general election.
Limited Government Government power is restricted by laws and the constitution. Leaders must follow the rules just like everyone else.
Many earlier documents and traditions helped shape the- U.S. Constitution and the Constitution of VA
Which president was at the constitutional convention? George Washington
What is the process for proposing an amendment to the constitution? Proposed by Congress - Ratified by the states
How many articles were in the Articles of Confederation? Seven (7)
What are the first words of the preamble? We the people...
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