How did the Federalist Papers generate support for ratifying the Constitution? (1 point)
O by explaining how the Constitution would require a bill of rights
O by explaining how the national government would weaken the states
O by explaining how the Constitution would protect states' rights
O by explaining how the three branches of government could not monitor each other
O by explaining how the Constitution would protect states' rights
Jose was born in Costa Rica. When he was 18, he came to the United States to go to college. After college, he decided he wanted to live permanently in the U.S. Of the following, which are the requirements that Jose needs to meet in order to become a U.S. citizen? Select two. (2 points)
O He must marry someone who is already a citizen
O He must wait at least five years.
O He must promise to serve in the military.
O He must take a citizenship test.
O He must wait at least five years.
O He must take a citizenship test.
Under the Articles, each state sent one delegate to Congress. Thus each state, no matter its size or population, had one vote. Congress did have the power to declare war. It could appoint military otticers, coin money, and operate post ottices. It was also responsible for foreign affairs and could sign treaties
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Based on this excerpt from the text, what was one potential problem with the Articles of Confederation?
(1 point)
O Smaller states had the same voting power in Congress as larger states.
O There was no civilian control of the military.
O Congress alone had the power to declare war.
O States could no longer deal directly with foreign countries
O Smaller states had the same voting power in Congress as larger states.
Which of the following statements was a law established by the Northwest Ordinance? (1 point)
• Anyone who escaped slavery would be guaranteed freedom.
• New states would be considered inferior to established states for their first 20 years
• Only territories with a population of at least 60,000 could apply for statehood.
• The central government would pay for the educational system.
• Only territories with a population of at least 60,000 could apply for statehood.
Which of the following groups gained more political participation when amendments were added to the Constitution? (1 point)
• Hispanic Americans
• African Americans
• Native Americans
• Asian Americans
• African Americans
"This Constitution is said to have beautiful features, but ... they appear to me horribly frightful. ... Your President may become king ... If your American chief be a man of ambition and abilities, how easy is it for him to render himself absolute!"
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What concern about the Constitution is Patrick Henry expressing?
(1 point)
• that a president would need to be ambitious to be successful in office
• that a president has been given too much power
• that the Constitution has established a monarchy
• that the Constitution establishes a weak central government
• that the Constitution has established a monarchy
Which of the following statements best reflects the rights of citizens that are protected by the Bill of Rights? (1 point)
• Every citizen has the right to quality healthcare provided by the government.
• Every citizen has the right to vote at the age of 18, regardless of race, gender, or religion.
• Every citizen has the right to refuse a search of his or her home under any circumstance.
• Every citizen has the right to practice any religion of their choosing without fearing government interference.
• Every citizen has the right to practice any religion of their choosing without fearing government interference.
How does staying informed on important issues best help voters? (1 point)
• It helps voters follow the advertisements that candidates put out.
• It helps voters know which candidates they agree with and why.
• It helps candidates come up with better solutions to the issues.
• It helps voters organize protests against unfavorable candidates.
• It helps voters know which candidates they agree with and why.
What issues or events highlighted the insufficiency of the power of the central government under the Articles of Confederation? Select two. (2 points)
• the rebellion of farmers in Massachusetts due to an increase in taxes
• the central government's ability to create new laws without the states' approval
• the central government's inability to impose taxes on states
• the laws Congress created relative to the Northwest Territory
• the rebellion of farmers in Massachusetts due to an increase in taxes
• the central government's inability to impose taxes on states
Locke's principle of a natural right to property was established in the Constitution. Certain guarantees in the Constitution protect the rights of people to own private property, enforce contracts, and engage freely in business activities. These freedoms are essential to a market economy. Article I of the Constitution also gave Congress the power to regulate commerce and encourage the free flow of goods between states, creating an environment in which business could thrive
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Based on this excerpt from the text, how was Locke's principle for the right to property represented by the nation becoming one common market?
(1 point)
• It brought about an end to tariffs on goods traded and sold between states.
• Individuals could now enforce contracts that the courts had originally rejected.
• It gave people the right to engage freely in producing, selling, and buying products.
• Businesses were able to operate among all the states rather than lust within their own state
• Businesses were able to operate among all the states rather than just within their own state.
Which of the following causes listed on the chart was resolved by the Constitution?
(1 point)
• the amount of taxes levied by the government
• the ability of the national government to deal with state issues
• the process through which civil unrest is handled by the central government
• the violation of the Treaty of Paris by Britain
• the ability of the national government to deal with state issues
How did The Great Compromise settle the problem of representation in Congress?
• It gave each state two senators and a number of representatives based on population.
• It made all states pay the same in federal taxes.
• It allowed all states to have equal numbers of representatives in Congress
• It gave each state two representatives in Congress and two representatives in the House of Representatives.
• It gave each state two senators and a number of representatives based on population.
Which of the following excerpts from Article I of the Constitution reflects the results of the Great Compromise? (1 point)
All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives
- Article I, Section 1
The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year by the People of the several States...
- Article I, Section 2, Claus 5
The Vice President of the United States shall be President of the Senate but shall have no Vote, unless they be equally divided.
-Article I. Section 2. Clause 4
Representatives and direct Taxes shall be apportioned among the several States which may be included within this Union, according to their respective Numbers...
-Article I, Section 2, Claus 3
The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year by the People of the several States...
- Article I, Section 2, Claus 5
A few states agreed to ratify the Constitution only if what condition was met? (1 point)
• a bill of rights would be added
• George Washington was elected president
• no new states would enter the union
• the federal government would maintain complete power
• a bill of rights would be added
United States Constitution, Article V:
The Congress. whenever two thirds of both Houses shall deem it necessarv. shall propose Amendments to this Constitution, or, on the Application of the Legislatures of two thirds of the several States, shall call a Convention for proposing Amendments. which, in either Case. shall be valid to all Intents and Purposes, as Part of this Constitution, when ratified b the Leqislatures of three fourths of the several States, or by Conventions in three fourths thereof, as the one or the other Mode of Ratification may be proposed by the Congress.
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Which of the following best summarizes this excerpt? (1 point)
• The intent of Article V is to provide the legislative branch with the power of ratification.
• Alterations to the Constitution must be deemed necessary and proposed by the House of Representatives
• New additions to the Constitution can be proposed with backing from a congressional majority.
• Each state legislature may choose between either mode of ratification to ratify a proposed amendment.
There are two steps required in order to amend the U.S. Constitution. In the first step, the proposal is agreed on by what of the members in both the House of Representatives and the Senate (or the state legislatures). (1 point)
• two thirds
• three fourths
• three fifths
• 51 percent
In the second step of the Constitutional amendment process, each state votes on whether to ratify the amendment. For the amendment to pass, what of all the states must vote to ratify it? (1 point)
• two thirds
• three fifths
• 51 percent
Which of the following best summarizes this excerpt? (1 point)
• New additions to the Constitution can be proposed with backing from a congressional majority.
There are two steps required in order to amend the U.S. Constitution. In the first step, the proposal is agreed on by what of the members in both the House of Representatives and the Senate (or the state legislatures). (1 point)
• two thirds
In the second step of the Constitutional amendment process, each state votes on whether to ratify the amendment. For the amendment to pass, what of all the states must vote to ratify it? (1 point)
• three fourths
Of the following statements, which one best represents the role of the judicial branch of government? (1 point)
• The judicial branch tries government employees that are accused of committing a crime.
• The judicial branch has the ability to declare a law unconstitutional.
• The judicial branch writes the bills that are then sent to the legislative branch.
• The judicial branch has a responsibility to ensure that the committee system functions appropriately.
• The judicial branch has the ability to declare a law unconstitutional.
What resulted from the loss in value of the Continental dollar? (1 point)
• Expeditions were sent to the West in search of gold and silver to back the new paper money.
• Foreign countries demanded repayment of their war loans from the government.
• Congress began to sell sections of land in the Northwest Territory.
• Trade became complicated because states printed their own currencies.
• Trade became complicated because states printed their own currencies.
Which responsibilities do state governments have with respect to public education? Select two.
• hiring teachers
• running school boards
• providing funding
• setting standards
• providing funding
• setting standards
How did George Mason influence the creation of the Bill of Rights?
• He encouraged others to oppose the ratification of the Constitution
• He assembled an antifederalist convention in Virginia to discuss the matter.
• He refused to sign the United States Constitution.
• He wrote a pamphlet titled "Objections to This Constitution of Government."
• He wrote a pamphlet titled "Objections to This Constitution of Government."
How does the Constitution reflect the principle of popular sovereignty?
• by placing protections on the civil rights of the nation's citizens
• by implementing safeguards against the abuse of power
• by allowing the people to choose their representatives
• by limiting the amount of power of the government
• by allowing the people to choose their representatives
Of the following, which best describes the framework for the Constitution? Select two. (2 points)
• A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.
• The four branches equally share one-quarter of the power.
• Powers not mentioned in the Constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government.
• The separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power.
• A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.
• The separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power.