Foundational Principles of the US Constitution Quiz
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What are the rights protected by the 4th Amendment?

The right to protection from unreasonable searches and seizures [arrests]

What are the rights protected by the 5th Amendment?

The right to due process of law, no double jeopardy, and protection from self-incrimination

What are the rights protected by the 6th Amendment?

Rights for those accused of crimes, including the right to a speedy and public trial by jury, clear charges, witnesses in defense, and an attorney

What are the rights protected by the 7th Amendment?

<p>The right to a trial by jury</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 8th Amendment?

<p>To protect individuals from cruel or unusual punishments</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 9th Amendment guarantee?

<p>The right to other rights not specifically listed in the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which country did France declare war against in 1793?

<p>Great Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who issued the Proclamation of Neutrality in 1793?

<p>George Washington</p> Signup and view all the answers

What treaty did the U.S. sign with Britain in 1794?

<p>Jay's Treaty</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treaty paved the way for a settlement of important American disputes with Spain?

<p>Pinckney’s Treaty</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the major challenge to federal authority in 1794, when farmers in western Pennsylvania refused to pay the new whiskey excise tax?

<p>The Whiskey Rebellion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the first sign of trouble that developed when Alexander Hamilton issued a series of reports on the public credit?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which political party was led by Alexander Hamilton during the presidential administrations of George Washington and John Adams?

<p>Federalists</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the three notorious laws passed by the Federalists during the presidency of John Adams?

<p>Naturalization Act, Sedition Act, Alien Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the two core pieces of advice provided by George Washington in his Farewell Address?

<p>Beware of disunity, Avoid foreign entanglements</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of war occurred between the United States and France during John Adams' presidency?

<p>Quasi-war</p> Signup and view all the answers

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