Which one of the following is an example of someone demonstrating a democratic value? (1 point) Mike receives a promotion at his job for his hard work and dedication. Lisa places a sign of a current political candidate in her front yard

John receives a scholarship to his college of choice. Angela refuses to appear when summoned for jury duty How did the Federalist Papers generate support for ratifying the Constitution? (1 point) by explaining how the Constitution would protect states’ rights by explaining how the national government would weaken the states by explaining how the Constitution would require a bill of rights by explaining how the three branches of government could not monitor each other Which weaknesses are associated with the Articles of Confederation? Choose all that apply. (4 points) All states had to approve amendments The one house legislature was based on population The central government held to much power States coined there own money Slavery was banned in the Northwest Territory 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 officers, coin money, and operate post offices. It was also responsible for foreign affairs and could sign treaties. Use the excerpt to answer the question. Based to this excerpt from the text, what was one potential problem with the Articles of Confederation? (1 point) Congress alone had the power to declare war Smaller states had the same voting power in Congress as larger states. States could no longer deal directly with foreign countries. There was no civilian control of the military. Which of the following statements was a law established by the Northwest Ordinance? (1 point) Only territories with a population of at least 60,000 could apply for statehood. The educational system would be paid for by the central government. Anyone who escaped slavery would be guaranteed freedom. New states would be considered inferior to established states for their first 20 years. Which of the following groups gained more political participation when amendments were added to the Constitution? (1 point) Native Americans African Americans Asian Americans Hispanic 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!" —Patrick Henry, Speech to the Virginia Convention, June 1788 Use the excerpt to answer the question. 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 the Constitution has established a monarchy
that a president has been given too much power
that the Constitution establishes a weak central government 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 vote at the age of 18 regardless of race, gender, or religion. Every citizen has the right to practice any religion of their choosing without the fear of government interference. Every citizen has the right to own a home in the state of their choosing. Every citizen has the right to refuse a search of his or her home under any circumstance.
Based on the excerpt, how did the Great Compromise help create this governmental structure?
(1 point) by settling the issues between large and small states. by settling the issues of voting rights in the North. by settling the issues over taxation. by settling the issues between Federalist and Anti-Federalist. What issues or events highlighted the insufficiency of the power of the central government under the Articles of Confederation? Select all that apply. (4 points)
the central government’s inability to impose taxes on states
the laws Congress created relative to the Northwest Territory
the central government’s ability to create new laws without the states’ approval the rebellion of farmers in Massachusetts due to an increase in taxes 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. Use the excerpt to answer the question. 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. Businesses were now able to operate among all the states rather than just within their own state
It gave people the right to engage freely in producing, selling, and buying products.
Which of the following causes listed on the chart was resolved by the Constitution?
(1 point)
the ability of the national government to deal with state issues.
the violation of the Treaty of Paris by Britain
the process by which civil unrest is handled by the central government.
the amount of taxes levied by the government. How did The Great Compromise settle the problem of representation in Congress? (1 point)
It allowed all states to have equal numbers of representatives in Congress.
It gave each state two senators and a number of representatives based on population.
It gave each state two representatives in Congress and two representatives in the House of Representatives
It made all states pay the same in federal taxes Which of the following excerpts from Article I of the Constitution reflects the results of the Great Compromise? (1 point) 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, Clause 3 All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives. -- Articles I, Section I The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year by the People of the several States… —Article I, Section 2, Clause 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 A few states agreed to ratify the Constitution only if what condition was met? (1 point) George Washington was elected president a bill of rights would be added
the federal government would maintain complete power no new states would enter the union The Congress, whenever two thirds of both Houses shall deem it necessary, 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 by the Legislatures 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...." —United States Constitution, Article V Use the excerpt to answer the question. Which of the following best summarizes this excerpt?
(1 point) Alterations to the Constitution must be deemed necessary and proposed by the House of Representatives Each state legislature may choose between either mode of ratification to ratify a proposed amendment Congress may not ratify the Constitution through any process Changes to the Constitution may not be communicated to the States unless deemed necessary
Based on the excerpt why did James Madison believe that federalism is needed in government?
(1 point)
it provides government with a way to support the powers of the military.
it limits governmental authority in order to avoid abuse of power.
it prevents conflict over controversial governmental policies
it allows the government to make decision more efficiently.
Based on the excerpt, why did James Madison believe that federalism is needed in government?
(1 point)
it allows the government to make decisions more efficiently
it prevents conflict over controversial governmental policies
it provides government with a way to support the powers of the military
it limits governmental authority in order to avoid abuse of power 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 writes the bills that are then sent to the legislative branch. The judicial branch has the ability to declare a law unconstitutional. The judicial branch has a responsibility to ensure that the committee system functions appropriately What resulted from the loss in value of the Continental dollar? (1 point) Foreign countries demanded repayment of their war loans from the government. Congress began to sell sections of land in the Northwest Territory. Expeditions were sent to the West in search of gold and silver to back the new paper money. Trade became complicated because states printed their own currencies. How did George Mason influence the creation of the Bill of Rights? (1 point) He encouraged others to oppose the ratification of the Constitution. He refused to sign the United States Constitution. He assembled an antifederalist convention in Virginia to discuss the matter He wrote a pamphlet titled “Objections to This Constitution of Government.” How does the Constitution reflect the principle of popular sovereignty? (1 point) by implementing safeguards against the abuse of power by placing protections on the civil rights of the nation's citizens by allowing the people to choose their representatives by limiting the amount of power of the government Of the following, which best describes the framework for the Constitution? Select all that apply. (4 points) The four branches equally share one-quarter of the power. The separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power. Powers not mentioned in the Constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government. A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.