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According to James Madison, which of the following best controls the effects of faction?
According to James Madison, which of the following best controls the effects of faction?
- A small republic
- A direct democracy
- A large republic (correct)
- A monarchy
What was not a concern about the Articles of Confederation that led to the calling of the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
What was not a concern about the Articles of Confederation that led to the calling of the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
- Lack of a strong national defense
- Inability to levy taxes
- Dissatisfaction over safeguards of individual rights and liberties (correct)
- Weak central government
Brutus was an example of an Anti-Federalist because he believed what?
Brutus was an example of an Anti-Federalist because he believed what?
A centralized government posed a major threat to individual rights.
What effect do concurrent powers have on the United States political system?
What effect do concurrent powers have on the United States political system?
Enumerated powers of the federal government include the power to what?
Enumerated powers of the federal government include the power to what?
In Federalist 10, how did James Madison argue the new constitution would help control factions?
In Federalist 10, how did James Madison argue the new constitution would help control factions?
In a federal system of government, political power is primarily what?
In a federal system of government, political power is primarily what?
In the Constitution as originally ratified in 1788, what provision most closely approximates popular, majoritarian democracy?
In the Constitution as originally ratified in 1788, what provision most closely approximates popular, majoritarian democracy?
What was the most significant difference between the Constitution of 1787 and the Articles of Confederation?
What was the most significant difference between the Constitution of 1787 and the Articles of Confederation?
What is the Supremacy Clause?
What is the Supremacy Clause?
Why is the Great Compromise significant?
Why is the Great Compromise significant?
The debates between Federalists and Anti-Federalists were primarily about what?
The debates between Federalists and Anti-Federalists were primarily about what?
What did the framers of the Constitution believe was one of the primary functions of the government?
What did the framers of the Constitution believe was one of the primary functions of the government?
What type of government did the framers of the Constitution intend to establish?
What type of government did the framers of the Constitution intend to establish?
What was the importance of Shays' Rebellion to the development of the United States Constitution?
What was the importance of Shays' Rebellion to the development of the United States Constitution?
How can the reserved powers of the state governments be described?
How can the reserved powers of the state governments be described?
What is bicameralism?
What is bicameralism?
True or False: Boyd Rutherford is the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland, Larry Hogan is the Governor of Maryland, and Ben Cardin is a Senator for Maryland.
True or False: Boyd Rutherford is the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland, Larry Hogan is the Governor of Maryland, and Ben Cardin is a Senator for Maryland.
In Federalist 10, how are factions in a republic described by James Madison?
In Federalist 10, how are factions in a republic described by James Madison?
What power is exercised exclusively by the national government?
What power is exercised exclusively by the national government?
Until the Constitution was ratified, what document established and defined the government of the United States?
Until the Constitution was ratified, what document established and defined the government of the United States?
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Study Notes
Factions and Government
- James Madison believed the best way to control factions is through a large republic.
- Federalist 10 argued that creating a large republic would make it difficult for any single faction to dominate.
Articles of Confederation and the Constitutional Convention
- Dissatisfaction over the safeguards of individual rights was not a concern leading to the Constitutional Convention.
- The Articles of Confederation established a weak central government with few independent powers.
Federalists vs Anti-Federalists
- Brutus exemplified Anti-Federalist views, stressing that centralized government threatens individual rights.
- The debates focused on the scope of power of the central government, illustrating fundamental disagreements over governance.
Powers in Government
- Concurrent powers allow both state and national governments to influence the same public policy areas.
- Enumerated powers include the authority to regulate intrastate commerce, which is crucial for federal regulatory authority.
Structure of Government
- In a federal system, political power is divided between central and regional governments, highlighting their distinct roles.
- Bicameralism refers to the two-chambered legislature, allowing different structures and rules for each chamber.
Constitutional Provisions
- The Constitution's provision for the election of House members most closely reflects majoritarian democracy.
- The Great Compromise created a bicameral legislature with equal Senate representation and a House based on population.
Supremacy and Reserved Powers
- The Supremacy Clause asserts federal law prevails over state law in conflicts, reinforcing central authority over states.
- Reserved powers are those not specifically granted to the national government or denied to the states, allowing state discretion.
Historical Context
- Shays' Rebellion highlighted the need for a strong national government to protect property and maintain order, influencing the Constitution's development.
- The framers aimed to establish a representative republic, balancing representation with individual rights.
Maryland Government
- Confirmed that Boyd Rutherford is the Lieutenant Governor, Larry Hogan is the Governor, and Ben Cardin is a Senator from Maryland.
National Powers
- Only the national government can enter treaties with foreign nations, limiting state powers in foreign affairs.
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