section 6 Flashcards
what was the goal of the federalists?
they wanted America to have a strong national government, because the national government was too weak under the AOC.
Which 3 of our founding fathers were federalist?
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Adam’s.
what was the goal of the anti-federalists?
they believed that state and local governments should be stronger than national governments.
which 3 of our founding fathers were anti-federalist?
Patrick Henry, John Hancock, and Thomas Jefferson.
why did the anti-federalist’s dislike the constitution?
they felt like it made the national government too strong.
what was the 3/5 compromise?
The 3/5 compromise stated that, when determining populations of states, all free men would be counted, and 3/5 of all slaves would be counted. The southerners were allowed to count their slaves. However, they had to pay for them as well through their taxes.
what was the petition of right?
The petition of right limited the kings power and challenged the divine right theory. it’s rules and demands were:
- demanding that the king can no longer punish someone unless by lawful judgement
-the king could no longer enforce martial law, or military rule, in times of peace.
-the king could not require homeowners to shelter troops without their consent
