Exam 2: The Constitution

Describe the system of checks and balances created by the Framers.Why is this system important?

Compare the Virginia Plan,the New Jersey Plan,and the Connecticut Compromise as they relate to proposed representation in Congress.Which plan was ultimately adopted?

In Federalist 10,who wrote,"The most common and durable source of factions has been the various and unequal distribution of property"?

Explain Madison's idea of factions in Federalist 10.

The Federalist Papers are a valuable resource for those who want to reflect on the thinking of the Framers.

How was Madison's desire to set power against power (or ambition against ambition)within the federal government realized?

James Madison,Alexander Hamilton,and John Jay authored the __________.

Which of the following concepts most directly helps to make American government legitimate?

__________ was/were most likely to support a strong state government and a weak national government.

Which of the following was written to encourage passage of the Constitution and remains a compelling source for determining the intent of the Framers?

The __________ Amendment attempted to give former slaves the right to vote.

How did the Constitution differ from the Articles of Confederation?

How is eligibility for voting determined under the Constitution?

The main weakness of the Articles of Confederation was a weak national government.

The Articles of Confederation required __________ consent from the states for ratification.

The New Jersey Plan proposed a one-house legislature with one vote for each state.

Explain judicial review.

What did the Connecticut Compromise help to establish?

In Texas v.Gregory Lee Johnson,the U.S.Supreme Court decided that anti-flag-burning laws were an unconstitutional violation of __________.

The colonists rebelled against the imposition by the British government of which of the following?