Unit 3: New Nation

These flashcards cover key concepts from Unit 3: New Nation, including compromises, influential figures, and key principles of government.

What did the Great Compromise establish?

It established a bicameral legislature with equal representation for each state in the Senate and representation based on population in the House of Representatives.

What was the purpose of the Three-Fifths Compromise?

It allowed slaves to count as three-fifths of a person for a state's population.

Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

James Madison.

What significant role did George Washington play in the early United States?

He led the Constitutional Convention and became the first President.

What is the idea of Separation of Powers?

It refers to the division of government into three branches with specific roles: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.

What is the purpose of Checks and Balances?

To ensure that each branch has checks on the other branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

Who led the Federalists and what was their main economic stance?

Led by Alexander Hamilton, they established a National Bank and had a loose interpretation of the Constitution.

Who led the Anti-Federalists and what did they advocate for?

Led by Thomas Jefferson, they supported a strong state government, farming interests, opposed the National Bank, and had a strict interpretation of the Constitution.