Foundational Documents

Question 1

Articles of Confederation

Answer 1

First rendetion of the Consitutuion, was super ass so it failed. Due to Shay’s Rebellion they realized the government couldn’t do anything to stop it so they were like mannn screw that AOC.

So they made the constitution,

Question 2

Brutus #1

Answer 2

Anti-Federlists against the Consititution. He basically said this makes the federal government more strong and will lead to tyranny again and would not be able to properly represent the whole nation.

Question 3

Fed #10

Answer 3

A series of papers written by James Madison to argue for the ratification of the Constitution.

A strong republic will press down on any factions and lead us to be more united.

Makes it harder for one faction to gain overwhelming power.

Question 4

Fed #51

Answer 4

Importance of checks and balances between the branches of the government.

In essence, Federalist 51 argues that a well-structured government, with a separation of powers and checks and balances, is essential for a stable and free society.

Question 5

Fed #70

Answer 5

A unitary executive is needed so that someone can make quick decisions quickly and run the country more efficiently. If there is a problem everyone can point to one leader instead of pointing the blame at others.

Question 6

Fed #78

Answer 6

written by Alexander Hamilton, is to argue for the importance of an independent judiciary and the power of judicial review in the American government. It emphasizes that federal courts should have the power to determine whether acts of Congress are constitutional and that this power is essential to protecting the Constitution.

Question 7

Letter from Birmingham Jail

Answer 7

civil disobedience is a necessary response to unjust laws and a moral imperative to fight against racial injustice.