James Madison (unit 3 sac 2)

Question 1

James Madison roles

(3 points)

Answer 1

4th US president
Member of Philadelphia convention
Served in Virginia house of delegates

Question 2

James Madison actions

(3 points)

Answer 2

Debated in ratification of constitution (wrote 29 fed papers)

Drafted the Bill of Rights

Extensive contributions to drafting constitution + Virginia Plan

Question 3

James Madison ideals

(3 points)

Answer 3

Complex stance on abolition (actively supported three-fifths in Philadelphia, but owned slaves his whole life) - privileged upbringing

Federalist

libertarianism (personal freedoms)

Question 4

How did James Madison create change?

(2 points)

Answer 4

Criticised articles of confederation, pushed for constitution

Helped ratify constitution through Bill of Rights (focus on individual rights differed from past)

Question 5

James Madison continuity with old regime (classes)

(2 points)

Answer 5

Classes in society - did not abolish slavery (aided him economically)

Continued executive form of gov

Question 6

Challenges faced by James Madison

Answer 6

Gaining states support to ratify constitution (needed 9/13) - wrote fed papers

Question 7

How did James Madison compromise on revolutionary ideals?

2 points

Answer 7

Wrote Bill of Rights to get constitution ratified

Agreed to The Great Compromise

Question 8

How did James Madison help consolidate the power of the new regime?

(3 points)

Answer 8

created strong centralised government through:
-fed papers
-constitution
-bill of rights

Question 9

2 James Madison quotes

Answer 9

“If men were angels, no government would be necessary”

“The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only gradian of true liberty”

Question 10

Interpretation of James Madison quote

Answer 10

“When I saw this constitution, I found that it was a cure for these disorders” – Jonathon Smith