Foundations of American Political system

Question 1

What is the Declaration of Independence?

Answer 1

A document adopted on July 4, 1776, that declared the American colonies’ independence from British rule.

Question 2

What event is celebrated on Independence Day?

Answer 2

The adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

Question 3

What is the significance of July 4th in U.S. history?

Answer 3

It marks the day the U.S. declared independence from Great Britain in 1776.

Question 4

When was the U.S. Constitution written and ratified?

Answer 4

Written in 1787, ratified in 1788, and put into operation in 1789.

Question 5

Why is the U.S. Constitution important?

Answer 5

It established the framework for the U.S. government and is the world’s longest surviving written charter of government.

Question 6

What are the Federalist Papers?

Answer 6

A series of essays written in 1787–1788 that supported the ratification of the U.S. Constitution and explained how the new government would function.

Question 7

Who were some of the main authors of the Federalist Papers?

Answer 7

Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay.

Question 8

What is the Bill of Rights?

Answer 8

The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1791, which guarantee individual rights and liberties.

Question 9

Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

Answer 9

To protect individual freedoms and limit the power of the federal government.