Cards in this guide (8)
A statement whose truth is accepted without proof
Which of the following was a weakness of the Articles of Confederation that the founding fathers hoped to change in the Constitution
It was difficult to amend.
What role did parliament play in the events that led to the Boston Tea Party
parliament allowed the British East India Company to sell tea
directly to colonists.
Which of the following is an example of the constitution's system of checks and balances
The President would nominate judges, but the Senate has to
approve them. (Nova Net)
What was the Constitution's system of checks and balances designed to do
To limit the powers so no one branch of the government has too
much power.
Which delegates believed that a large diverse republic would be best for the common good
Two reasons why the electoral college hasn't been abolished
There are a number of reasons why the electoral college has not
be abolished. The electoral college is quick and easy to understand
for example.
Why did delegates gather in 1787 for the constitutional convention
To amend the Articles of Confederation.