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Exam Review Sheet Flashcards

(23 cards)

1
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Summarize the history of the American colonies prior to the Declaration of
Independence.

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What were the six major ideas of the Enlightenment?

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  • Individualism
  • Reason
  • Liberty
  • Equality
  • Laissez faire economic competition (Adam Smith)
  • Property rights (Locke)
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Characterize U.S. culture at the time of its independence.

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What are the implications of a highly individualistic culture?

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What is the Articles of Confederation?

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How did the Articles of Confederation influence the architects of the current U.S.
Constitution? What are some of the principles that embody the current Constitution?

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What were the compromises reflected in the Constitution? What were the conflicting
interests and solutions?

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What are Checks and Balances? What are the specific Checks and Balances in the
Constitution?

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Why is the Constitution at times vague about the powers of Congress in particular?

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What is federalism?

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What is dual federalism?

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What is marble cake federalism?

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What are block grants?

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What is the history of State and Federal relations?

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Why is federalism an important concept in U.S. history?

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16
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What are civil liberties?

17
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List some examples of civil liberties

18
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What are the important Supreme Court cases that have defined important boundaries
between the government and individual?

19
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What are Civil Rights?

20
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Which Amendments to the Constitution are associated with Civil Rights?

21
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What are the important Supreme Court cases that have affected civil rights?

22
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Historically track the history of civil rights for African Americans from the Civil War
onwards.

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Are there other groups to which civil rights apply?