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Question

Which one of the following is an example of someone demonstrating a democratic value?
Lisa places a sign of a current political candidate in her front yard.
How did the Federalist Papers generate support for ratifying the Constitution?
by explaining how the Constitution would protect states’ rights
Based to this excerpt from the text, what was one potential problem with the Articles of Confederation?
Under the Articles, each state sent one delegates to Congress. Thus each state, no matter its size or population, had 1 vote. Congress did not have the power to declare war. It could appoint military officers, coin money, and operate post offices. It was responsible for foreign affairs and could sign treaties.
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?
Only territories with a population of at least 60,000 could apply for statehood.
What concern about the Constitution is Patrick Henry expressing? (Patrick henry speech to the Virginia Convention, June 1788)
that a president has been given too much power
Which of the following statements best reflects the rights of citizens that are protected by the Bill of Rights?
Every citizen has the right to practice any religion of their choosing without the fear of government interference.
What issues or events highlighted the insufficiency of the power of the central government under the Articles of Confederation? Select all that apply.
the central government’s inability to impose taxes on states
the rebellion of farmers in Massachusetts due to an increase in taxes
Which of the following causes listed on the chart was resolved by the Constitution?
(Strengthening the New Government chart with the causes, effects, and event)
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.
A few states agreed to ratify the Constitution only if what condition was met?
a bill of rights would be added
The Three-Fifths Compromise... (mark all that apply)
(Article 1, Section 2, paragraph 3 in the Constitution)
would allow slave states more representatives in congress
allowed southern states to count their slaves as part of their population
(Article II Section 2.2)
How does this Section of the Constitution support Checks and Balances?
The Constitution requires that the President’s nominations to the Supreme Court be approved by the Senate.
Why did delegates from most states initially meet in Philadelphia in 1787?
To amend the Articles of Confederation
Great Compromise How many National Representatives to have per state
Bill of Rights How to Protect citizens from an abuse of government powers
Three-Fifths Compromise How to figure population numbers for slave states
Electoral College How to elect a president
Checks and balances Government branches can oversee the power of other branches
Popular Sovereignty Government is subject to the will of the people
Separation of Powers Government power is shared among three branches
USE THE RAD METHOD ON THE LAST QUESTION IF YOU HAVE TO TYPE. Do this in the beginning of typed answer: "The founding father created a system of checks and balances in The Constitution." Put the rest in your own words.

Answer 1

The founding fathers created a system of checks and balances in The Constitution. This system ensures that no single branch of government—executive, legislative, or judicial—can dominate the others. Each branch has specific powers and responsibilities while also having the authority to limit the powers of the others. For example, the President can veto legislation passed by Congress, but Congress can override that veto with a supermajority vote. Additionally, the judiciary has the power to interpret laws and can declare laws or executive actions unconstitutional. This design promotes accountability and prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful, ultimately protecting citizens' rights and maintaining democratic governance.