US constitution Flashcards
1
Q
what was added to the constitution after it was ratified by the 13 states
A
bill of rights
2
Q
what are the 5 fundemental freedoms
A
religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition ( RAPPS)
3
Q
what are the 6 goals of the preamble
A
form a more perfect union
establish justice
insure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote general welfare
secure the blessings of liberty
4
Q
who wrote the constitution
A
james madison
5
Q
what does it mean to amend the constitution
A
to change
6
Q
what fraction of congress must propose an amendment
A
2/3
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8
Q
what is a federalist
A
want a strong central government
9
Q
what is an anti-federalist
A
want a small central government
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