Question 1

The _____ established a national form of government following the American Revolution.

Accepted Answer

The Articles of Confederation were adopted by the Continental Congress in 1777 and established a national government for the newly formed United States following the end of the American Revolution.

Question 2

Which of the following is a reason that contributed to the resentment felt by British colonists in America toward their motherland after the Seven Years' War?

Accepted Answer

The colonists felt that they played an important role in the victory of the Seven Years' War, yet the British government did not acknowledge their contributions or give them due credit. This lack of recognition contributed to the resentment felt by the colonists towards their motherland. None of the other options presented were significant factors contributing to this resentment.

Question 3

The First Continental Congress:

Accepted Answer

The First Continental Congress called for a continued boycott of British goods, among other actions, but did not assume the powers of a central government or appoint George Washington as commander in chief at this time. Additionally, not all thirteen colonies participated in the Congress. The Congress also did not declare the militiamen around Boston to be a full army at this time.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true about the Declaration of Independence?

Accepted Answer

The Declaration of Independence elevated the dispute between Britain and the American colonies to a universal level by asserting the natural rights of all people to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This made the American Revolution not just a local conflict, but a global struggle for human rights and democracy. None of the other options are true statements about the Declaration of Independence.

Question 5

A bill is introduced by Congress that proposes the use of electronic surveillance in the homes of all citizens. However, the president of the U.S. rejects the bill and returns it to the legislature for reconsideration on the grounds of the bill violating the Bill of Rights. Which of the following concepts is illustrated in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

This scenario illustrates the concept of veto power, which allows the president to reject a bill passed by Congress and return it for reconsideration. In this case, the president is using his veto power to protect citizens' rights under the Bill of Rights.

Question 6

Within a year of signing the _____, the new nation was suffering from a serious economic depression.

Accepted Answer

The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1783, ended the Revolutionary War and recognized American independence. However, the new nation faced economic challenges soon after, partly due to the war's disruptions and the need to establish a new economic system.

Question 7

At the Constitutional Convention, in exchange for a ban on export taxes, the South agreed to let Congress have the power to _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of At the Constitutional Convention, in exchange for...

Question 8

The Great Compromise at the Constitutional Convention:

Accepted Answer

The Great Compromise, also known as the Connecticut Compromise, resolved the dispute between small and large states by creating a bicameral legislature, with proportional representation in the House and equal representation in the Senate.

Question 9

Kayla, a counsellor at a government rehabilitation center, refused to pay a fine for violating a traffic rule. She claimed that she had the right to drive as she pleased because she worked for the government. However, according to the principle of _____, Kayla was obligated to pay the fine.

Accepted Answer

The principle of the rule of law states that everyone, regardless of their position or occupation, is subject to the law and should be held accountable for their actions. Kayla's refusal to pay the fine because of her job violated this principle, and she was obligated to pay the fine like any other citizen.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true about the Stamp Act?

Accepted Answer

The Stamp Act required that many printed materials in the colonies be produced on stamped paper produced in London, carrying an embossed revenue stamp. This included legal documents, magazines, newspapers, and many other types of paper used throughout the colonies.

Question 11

In the context of the three-fifths compromise, the delegates from the northern states:

Accepted Answer

The delegates from the northern states did not want slaves to be counted as part of the population, as this would give the southern states more representation in Congress despite the fact that slaves could not vote. The compromise ultimately settled on counting each slave as three-fifths of a person for the purpose of representation in Congress.

Question 12

Which of the following is one of the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that was addressed by making the president the commander in chief of the army and navy and of the state militias when called into national service?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is one of...

Question 13

Which of the following is true of the pamphlet Common Sense?

Accepted Answer

Common Sense argued that America could be economically self-sufficient and does not need its British connection. It was written by Thomas Paine and was published in 1776, advocating for American independence.

Question 14

In response to the Boston Tea Party, the British Parliament:

Accepted Answer

The British Parliament responded to the Boston Tea Party by enacting the Coercive Acts, also known as the Intolerable Acts, which included closing Boston Harbor and placing Massachusetts under direct British control.

Question 15

All the amendments to the Constitution have been proposed by:

Accepted Answer

The Constitution outlines the amendment process in Article V, which requires a two-thirds vote in both the Senate and the House of Representatives to propose an amendment. The amendment must then be ratified by three-fourths of the state legislatures or by conventions in three-fourths of the states. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer.

Question 16

The Madisonian Model of government is based on the principle of _____.

Accepted Answer

The Madisonian Model of government is based on the principle of separation of powers, which means that power is divided among three branches of government: the executive, legislative, and judicial. This system aims to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful and abusing its authority. This principle was developed by James Madison, one of the framers of the U.S. Constitution. Representative government, rule of law, taxation without representation, and the Great Compromise are all important principles in U.S. government, but they are not specifically associated with the Madisonian Model.

Question 17

_____ emphasizes "effective government" rather than "limited government."

Accepted Answer

The parliamentary system emphasizes the importance of effective government rather than limited government. In this system, the executive branch is accountable to the legislature, which can pass laws and policies more efficiently since there is no strict separation of powers. The focus is on achieving the goals of the government and serving the needs of the people, rather than on limiting government power.

Question 18

As opposed to their opponents, which of the following is an advantage the Federalists had in the debate over the ratification of the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The Federalists chose a positive name for themselves, which allowed them to frame the debate in a more positive light, while their opponents were left with the negative label of being "Anti-Federalists." This gave the Federalists an advantage in shaping public opinion and garnering support.

Question 19

One of the reasons there are so few amendments to the Constitution is that__________.

Accepted Answer

The framers of the Constitution intentionally made the amendment process difficult to ensure that only changes with broad support would be made, requiring a two-thirds majority in Congress and ratification by three-fourths of the states.

Question 20

The__________pioneered the popular election of a governor and judges.

Accepted Answer

The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut, adopted in 1639, is considered one of the first written constitutions that established a representative government and included the popular election of a governor and judges.

Quiz 2: The Constitution