unit:3 US constitution Flashcards
anti-federalist
individuals who opposed the ratification of the U.S. Constitution in the late 18th century, arguing for stronger state governments and fearing a powerful central government would threaten individual liberties.
northwest ordinance
established a framework for governing the Northwest Territory, outlined a process for admitting new states, protected civil liberties, and prohibited slavery in the territory, while also allowing slaveholders to reclaim escaped enslaved people.
great comproimse
creating a bicameral legislature with a Senate offering equal representation to each state and a House of Representatives with representation based on population.
3/5 compromise
an agreement made in 1787 to count enslaved people as three-fifths of a person when determining a state’s population.
federalist
argued separation of powers protected rights
1st amendment
protects fundamental freedoms, including freedom of religion, speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the government.
8th amendment
prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments.
Addressing Grievance
establish a clear and accessible process, ensure fairness and confidentiality, conduct thorough investigations, and offer timely and transparent resolutions, fostering trust and a positive work environment.
Articles of confederation
served as the United States’ first constitution. It was in force from March 1, 1781, until 1789 when the present-day Constitution went into effect.
Weakness of AoC
America’s first constitution, had several significant weaknesses, including a weak central government, inability to tax, regulate trade, or raise a standing army, and difficulty in amending the document.
English Bill of Rights
enacted in 1689, limited the monarchy’s power, guaranteed certain liberties, secured Parliament’s independence, and established the ascension of William and Mary to the throne, serving as a foundational document for constitutional monarchy and influencing the US Bill of Rights.
Limited government
a theory of governance in which the government only has those powers delegated to it by law, often through a written constitution, and imited government is the concept of a government limited in power. It is a key concept in the history of liberalism.
Separation of powers
a constitutional principle that divides the government into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial.
Checks and balances
a system of rules that prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
Citizen Responsibilities
Support and defend the Constitution.
Stay informed of the issues affecting your community.
Participate in the democratic process.
Respect and obey federal, state, and local laws.
Respect the rights, beliefs, and opinions of others.
Participate in your local community.
