12 Questions
Who was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted by the Continental Congress?
July 4, 1776
What did the US declare they were seeking in the Declaration of Independence?
Right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Which document emphasized a weak central government and granted most powers to the states?
Articles of Confederation
Who were some of the key delegates that drafted the Constitution in 1787?
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin
What event prompted the convention in Philadelphia in 1787 to address the shortcomings of the Articles of Confederation?
The Constitutional Convention
What did the Great Compromise establish in the US bicameral legislature?
Equal representation in the Senate and proportional representation in the House
Who were the two main political factions that emerged during the debate over the ratification of the US Constitution?
Anti-Federalists and Federalists
Which party favored a strong federal government and policies promoting commerce and industry in the early 1790s?
Federalist Party
Who led the Democratic-Republican Party advocating for limited government, agrarian interest, and states' rights?
Thomas Jefferson
Which event marked a turning point in American politics demonstrating the strength of political parties for shaping electoral outcomes and government agendas?
The election of 1800
What major development occurred to the US political system through the 19th century resulting in the dominance of the Democratic and Republican parties?
Solidification of a two-party system
Test your knowledge on the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence. Learn about America's desire for self-governance and the writing of the Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson.
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