Study Game - Branches of Government, Ratification: Federalists Versus AntifederalistsOnline version
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A country writes a new constitution after gaining independence from a larger empire. The framework of the new government includes three departments that each have their own powers. Which of the following terms best describes this principle?
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Congress writes a bill with the purpose of lowering taxes. After careful consideration of the federal budget, the president decides to veto the bill. Which of the following terms best describes this principle?
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Until 2015, many states banned the marriage of homosexual couples. Advocates for gay marriage took their case to the Supreme Court, which overturned these state-level laws. Which of the following terms best describes this principle?
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The House of Representatives votes on a bill that intends to fund the building of new infrastructure in the United States. At the same time, the Senate considers a similar bill. Which of the following terms best describes this political institution?
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A vague drug law requires enforcement by the Department of Justice. The President issues a directive that explains how officers should enforce the law. Which of the following terms best describes this political institution?
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According to the members of a local church, a new state law infringes upon their religious freedom. A federal court rules in their favor, declaring the law unconstitutional. Which of the following terms best describes this political institution?
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Periodically, politicians suggest abolishing the Electoral College, the system that the United States uses to select the President. Congress can propose such a change with a two-thirds vote, but three-fourths of the state legislatures would have to approve the proposal. Which of the following terms best describes such a change?
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Why did the delegates to the Constitutional Convention include provisions in the Constitution such as the veto?
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The legislative branch has the power to write laws, the executive branch has the power to enforce laws, and the judicial branch has the power to interpret laws. However, major changes in policy require the cooperation of each branch of government. Why did the delegates to the Constitutional Convention establish this system?
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Why does the principle of separation of powers allow social movements to make progress?
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Which of the following best describes the position of the author of the political cartoon above?
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In 1787, a political leader in New York recognizes the need for a stronger central government. He believes that a large republic with many factions that check each other will best secure liberty. Which of the following groups would this individual support?
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In 1787, a political leader in New York fears a distant national government. He would prefer to keep power closer to the states and favors a small republic. Which of the following groups would this individual support?
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A governor praises the principle of separation of powers as he vetos a piece of legislation. He states that the framers of the Constitution intended for the branches of government to check each other in order to limit encroachments on their authority. Which of the following documents will the governor most likely cite?
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A group of gun owners seek to defend their rights in court. With their membership fees, the group hires a lawyer to make the case that the authors of the Second Amendment intended individuals to have the right to bear arms for the purposes of self-defense. Which of the following terms best describes this group?
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A justice on the Supreme Court authors an opinion in which she defends the right of peacealbe assembly. She states that the framers of the Constitution recognized the ability of factions to check each other, limiting their danger. Which of the following documents best supports this opinion?
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During a campaign speech, a politician repeatedly attacks the national government, calling them "distant" and "out of touch" with the public. He says that the state government handles problems better than Washington. Which of the following documents best supports this viewpoint?
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Why did the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists disagree with each other?
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How did the Anti-Federalists want to maintain the accountability of the government?
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How did the Federalists want to secure liberty from the dangers of factions?
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How did James Madison seek to limit the power of the government in Federalist No. 51?
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Which of the following best describes the position of the author of the document above?
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