Exam 2: The Constitution

Which of the following philosophers greatly influenced the colonists' views on the role of government?

How many constitutions has the United States had in its history?

Which of the following most directly protects individuals' civil liberties?

In what year was the Declaration of Independence signed?

The Three-Fifths Compromise specified that only three-fifths of slaves could vote.

The publication of which of the following galvanized the colonists' belief that reconciliation with Great Britain was impossible?

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

Many of the Founders believed that government legitimacy is derived from __________,which holds that governments exist based on the consent of the governed.

In what year was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

Which of the following is a reason for the separation of powers?

Discuss the impact of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists on the Constitution.

The New Jersey Plan proposed a powerful central government with three branches.

The U.S.Constitution was adopted in response to the weaknesses of which document?

How many of the thirteen colonies voted for independence?

Discuss the developments that led to the Declaration of Independence.

North Carolina's rejection of the Constitution prompted Congress to submit the Bill of Rights to the states for ratification.

James Madison was the author of many of the essays known as the __________.

Compare and contrast the legislatures established by the Constitution and the Articles of Confederation.

Explain the processes for amending the Constitution.Which process have most amendments followed?

In a __________,the national government derives its powers from the states.