How Strong Should the Central Government Be? Flashcards

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Why was the Articles of Confederation considered too weak?

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It led to economic and political instability because the federal government lacked the power to effectively govern.

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What system of government did the Constitution establish to balance power?

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Federalism, which divides power between the national and state governments.

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Who were the Federalists, and what did they support?

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The Federalists, including Alexander Hamilton and James Madison, supported a strong central government to maintain order, regulate commerce, and provide national defense.

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Why did the Anti-Federalists oppose a strong central government?

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They feared it would lead to tyranny and reduce individual liberties, favoring state governments as more responsive to citizens’ needs.

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What compromise helped ensure the Constitution’s ratification?

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The inclusion of the Bill of Rights, which protected individual freedoms and addressed Anti-Federalist concerns.

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How did the Constitution prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

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It divided power among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

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What was the key challenge in designing the U.S. Constitution?

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Finding the right balance between federal and state power to avoid either becoming too dominant.

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What role did the Founding Fathers play in determining the strength of the federal government?

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They sought to strengthen the national government beyond the Articles of Confederation while preserving state authority.

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How does federalism continue to influence American governance?

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It shapes debates on issues like economic regulation and civil rights by balancing national and state power.

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What was the main purpose of the Bill of Rights?

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To protect individual liberties from potential government overreach.

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