Political Science Test-1

Question 1

What is politics?

Answer 1

The process that determines what government does.

Question 2

Acquit

Answer 2

To free someone from all charges. (usually by a verdict)

Question 3

Tori(es)

Answer 3

Supporters of the British Monarchy during the American Revolution.

Question 4

Delegates

Answer 4

A person sent or authorized to represent others.

Question 5

Articles of Confederation

Answer 5

First attempt to structure an American Government. (Written in 1776 during second Continental Congress)

Question 6

Continental Congress

Answer 6

Convention of delegates called together from 13 Colonies during American Revolution.

Question 7

Why were the Articles of Confederation not legitimate?

Answer 7

1. They limited Government power in military, trade, and funding.

Question 8

Shay’s Rebellion

Answer 8

Former army personnel during the American Revolution. Led rebellion against the government to force them to stop prosecuting debtors and confiscate lands.

Question 9

Constitutional Convention Date?

Answer 9

May 25, 1787. Was the Second attempt of a convention to resolve the faults of the Articles of Confederations.

Question 10

Natural rights

Answer 10

also known as “Unalienable rights,” Life, Liberty & Pursuit of Happiness. (in Declaration of Independence.)