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Early US Government and Constitution Concepts

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Early US Government and Constitution Concepts

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What does a Loose Constructionist believe regarding the Constitution?

It is irrelevant to modern governance.

It should be interpreted strictly and literally.

It must adhere to the original text only.

It should be interpreted in a broad manner. (correct)

What was the purpose of the National Bank created by Alexander Hamilton?

To issue uniform currency and encourage economic expansion. (correct)

To regulate state banks exclusively.

To prevent the establishment of any other banks.

To promote foreign investment in America.

Which entity was primarily involved in impressment, seizing American ships and sailors?

France.

The Netherlands.

Britain. (correct)

Spain.

What did Virginia require to be added to the Constitution?

<p>The Bill of Rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was Citizen Genet and what did he attempt to do?

<p>A French ambassador trying to raise an army against Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Loose vs. Strict Constructionist

Loose constructionists believe the Constitution should be interpreted broadly
Strict constructionists believe the Constitution should be interpreted literally

Ratifying the Constitution

Ratify means to approve
Virginia needed amendments added to the Constitution, the Bill of Rights

Early US Government

Cabinet: 5 executive departments (State, Treasury, War)
Each department had a secretary and a chief officer
The Bill of Rights is 12 amendments

National Bank

Created by Alexander Hamilton
Purpose: issue uniform currency and stimulate economic expansion

Political Parties

First two political parties were Federalists and Democratic-Republicans

Citizen Genet

French Ambassador to the US who acted against British policy

Impressment

British practice of seizing American ships and forcing sailors into their navy

Quasi War

Undeclared war between the US and France

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This quiz covers key concepts related to the early US government and the interpretation of the Constitution. Explore topics such as strict vs. loose constructionism, the ratification process, the establishment of the National Bank, and the emergence of political parties. Test your knowledge of these foundational elements of American history.