Early Republic Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Constitution ratified?
A
1787
2
Q
Fill in the blank: The Bill of Rights consists of the first ___ amendments to the Constitution.
A
ten
3
Q
Which event demonstrated the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
A
Shays’ Rebellion
4
Q
What were the causes of the War of 1812?
A
Impressment of American sailors by the British, British support for Indian resistance against Americans, War hawks persuade Congress to support a declaration of war against Britain.
5
Q
What were the issues that Hamilton and Jefferson disagreed on?
A
National bank, role of the State and Federal government, Interpretation of the Constitution, and Foreign Policy.
