Founding & Governing Documents Unit Review

Flashcards covering key concepts from the 'Founding & Governing Documents Unit Test' lecture notes, including the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution, Federalists, Anti-Federalists, and the Bill of Rights.

What did the Declaration of Independence accomplish?

It separated the British Colonies from Great Britain.

Which component makes up the majority of the Declaration of Independence?

Grievances

What did the Articles of Confederation accomplish?

It created the first U.S. Government structure.

What were three problems with the Articles of Confederation?

It set up a weak legislative branch, an inefficient government, and did not allow for national taxation.

How did the government try to fix the problems with the Articles of Confederation?

By calling the Constitutional Convention.

Which problem of the Articles of Confederation did the Northwest Ordinance address?

The lack of provision for new states.

What was the main argument of the Federalists?

They wanted a centralized government to create national unity established by the Constitution.

What was the main argument of the Anti-Federalists?

They wanted a decentralized government that created a loose friendship among the states.

What was one thing the Anti-Federalists wanted to see in the U.S. Government?

The protection of individual rights.

Which group supported the Bill of Rights?

Anti-Federalists

Which group supported equal representation in the Senate?

Anti-Federalists (aligned with preserving state power)

Which group supported population-based representation?

Federalists

Which group supported a strong centralized government?

Federalists

Which group supported a loose friendship among the states?

Anti-Federalists

What does the Constitution accomplish?

It establishes the United States Government.

How many articles are in the Constitution?

7

Identify a difference between the Constitution and the Articles of Confederation.

The Constitution sets up an Executive Branch.

Which group fought for the Bill of Rights?

Anti-Federalists

The Bill of Rights consists of which amendments?

The first 10 Amendments.

Which amendment provides the rights to freedom of speech, the press, assembly, religion, and petition?

The First Amendment.

Which amendments deal with rights given to people in court?

The 5th, 6th, and 7th Amendments.

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

To guarantee rights to the people.

Which amendment in the Bill of Rights best displays Anti-Federalist influence?

The 10th Amendment, which reserves powers to the states and the people.

What was the main impact of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists on the United States?

Their papers and debates shaped the Constitution into the document that is still used today to govern the United States.

Which founding document is still used in the government today?

The Constitution.

How do documents like the Bill of Rights influence American society today?

They protect fundamental rights such as freedom of speech (First Amendment), ensuring that people are not punished for their opinions and beliefs.