Land of Hope Chapter 5 Flashcards
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What issues remained after the formation of the Constitution?

State and national power

Who said that the people were 'the highest source of authority'?

Madison

9 of 13 states were needed to ratify the Constitution.

True

Who were the Federalists and what did they support?

<p>They supported the new Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was very productive for the American people concerning their education?

<p>Self-education</p> Signup and view all the answers

What collection of essays was published in 1787 and considered an important commentary on government principles?

<p>The Federalist Papers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote Federalist 10 and what issue did it address?

<p>James Madison; it discussed the problem of factions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pitting the states against the national government provided a ______ security for the people.

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

The Constitution was ratified after the Federalists won.

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

Who spoke vehemently against the Constitution at the Virginia Ratifying Convention?

<p>Patrick Henry</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution was expected to last more than 20 years.

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

In what year was Washington unanimously elected as president?

<p>1789</p> Signup and view all the answers

Washington was eager to become president.

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

What three-part plan did Congress form?

<p>Create a national bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

Disputes in constitutional interpretation were not present among the founding leaders.

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

Match the following figures with their views:

<p>Hamilton = Urban New Yorker who focuses on economics Jefferson = Farmer from Virginia who believes government is a necessary evil</p> Signup and view all the answers

Washington kept America neutral during foreign conflicts.

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

What was the Jay Treaty of 1794 negotiated with the British perceived as?

<p>Very unpopular because it let the British off the hook.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What internal political turmoil occurred regarding the Federalists and Republican party?

<p>The Federalists gained legislative advantage for the Alien and Sedition Acts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Alien and Sedition Acts expanded freedoms for political opposition.

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

What did Jefferson and Madison write in response to the Alien and Sedition Acts?

<p>The Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

The implementation of state nullification would strengthen the constitutional structure.

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

What political situation arose between Aaron Burr and Jefferson during the election?

<p>Both received the same number of electoral votes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened in the duel between Hamilton and Burr?

<p>Hamilton was killed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about Jefferson's inauguration in 1801?

<p>It was the first peaceful transfer of power between political parties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The election of 1800 led to less democratization and political participation.

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

What is referred to as the 'revolution of 1800'?

<p>The significant step towards unification and maturation of the young republic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did Jefferson deliver his address after taking the oath?

<p>Washington D.C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Constitutional Power Struggles

  • Post-formation of the Constitution, debates arose regarding the balance of power between state and national governments.
  • Madison emphasized that the populace is the ultimate authority in governance.

Ratification Process

  • Ratification required the approval of 9 out of 13 states.
  • Factions emerged with Federalists supporting the Constitution and Anti-Federalists opposing it, fearing a strong presidency and advocating for a decentralized government.

Political Discourse and Education

  • The public engagement in these debates fostered a form of "self-education" among citizens.
  • The Federalist Papers, an influential series of 85 essays published in 1787, was praised by Jefferson as a definitive commentary on government principles.

Key Federalist Ideas

  • Federalist No. 10, authored by Madison, addressed the threat of factions and argued that a large, diverse republic mitigates factionalism.
  • The concept of "double security" was introduced, where dividing powers among state and national entities helped counteract ambition and corruption.

Opposition and Amendments

  • Despite Federalist success in ratifying the Constitution, notable opposition from figures like Patrick Henry spurred the inclusion of the Bill of Rights, consisting of the first ten amendments.

Early Presidential Leadership

  • In 1789, George Washington was elected unanimously as the first president but expressed reluctance, longing for his pre-political life on the farm.

Economic Policies and Political Strife

  • Congress initiated a three-part economic plan: settling the national debt, imposing tariffs, and establishing a national bank.
  • Debates over constitutional interpretation arose, particularly between Hamilton and Jefferson regarding the national bank's legitimacy, with Washington siding with Hamilton.

Foreign Policy and Internal Conflicts

  • Washington maintained a neutral stance during international conflicts, such as the war between France and England.
  • The Jay Treaty of 1794 was controversial, criticized for appeasing British interests.

Partisan Politics

  • The election of 1796 marked the first instance where Americans chose candidates from competing parties.
  • Tensions escalated when Adams faced opposition from the Republican Party amid diplomatic crises with France and public backlash against his responses.

Alien and Sedition Acts

  • The Federalists enacted the Alien and Sedition Acts to suppress dissent and control political discourse, limiting free speech and allowing for expulsion of dissenters.
  • These actions prompted Jefferson and Madison to draft the Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions, asserting states' rights to nullify federal actions.

Political Turmoil and Transition

  • A crisis ensued when Aaron Burr and Jefferson tied in electoral votes, leading to a House vote to determine the presidency.
  • Hamilton's involvement culminated in a duel with Burr, resulting in Hamilton's death.

Jefferson's Presidency and Democratic Evolution

  • Jefferson's inauguration in 1801 marked the first peaceful transfer of power between political parties, showcasing American political stability.
  • The election of 1800 symbolized a shift towards democratization, expanding political engagement and solidifying the role of political parties in American governance.

Significance of the "Revolution of 1800"

  • The transition is referred to as the "Revolution of 1800," representing critical progress in unifying and developing the young American republic.

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