1. What are the interacting values that comprise the democratic faith?

a. The interacting values in the democratic faith include liberty,

equality, justice, individual rights, and the rule of law. These values
work together to underpin the principles of democratic governance.
2. What are the interdependent political structures that make up the American system of
democracy?
a. The interdependent political structures in the American system of
democracy are the executive branch, legislative branch, and judicial
branch, along with state and local governments. These structures
work together to balance and distribute power.
3. What are the educational, economic, social and ideological conditions conducive to
establishing and maintaining democracy?
a. Conditions conducive to establishing and maintaining democracy
include education, a strong economy, social cohesion, and a
commitment to democratic principles within society. These
conditions contribute to the stability and success of democratic
systems.
4. What are the historical roots of the American Revolution?
a. The historical roots of the American Revolution can be traced to
colonial grievances against British rule, such as taxation without
representation and violations of colonial rights. These grievances
fueled the call for independence.
5. Why did the Articles of Confederation fail? What were the major reasons?
a. The Articles of Confederation failed due to weaknesses such as a lack
of centralized power, inability to raise revenue, and difficulties in
resolving disputes among states. These flaws hindered effective
governance.
6. What impact did Shays Rebellion have on the calling of the Constitutional Convention?
a. Shays' Rebellion highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of
Confederation and contributed to the call for the Constitutional
Convention to address the need for a stronger central government. It
underscored the urgency of the situation.
7. What were the arguments against and for ratification? What were the major factions
involved?
a. Arguments against ratification included concerns about a strong
central government's potential for abuse, while proponents argued
that the Constitution provided necessary stability and unity.
Federalists supported ratification, while Anti-Federalists opposed it.
8. What are The Federalist essays and why were they significant? Who were the authors?
a. The Federalist essays were a series of influential articles written by
Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, explaining and
advocating for the ratification of the Constitution. These essays
helped shape public opinion.
9. What is the difference between pluralist, participatory, and elite democracies?
a. Pluralist democracy emphasizes interest group competition,
participatory democracy emphasizes citizen involvement, and elite
democracy suggests that a small, powerful elite holds significant
influence. These concepts reflect different models of democratic
governance.
10. Explain the Great Compromise.
a. The Great Compromise, also known as the Connecticut Compromise,
created a bicameral legislature with a House of Representatives based
on population and a Senate with equal representation for each state.
It resolved a key issue at the Constitutional Convention.
11. Explain the principles of the separation of powers and checks and balances.
a. Separation of powers divides the government into three branches
(executive, legislative, and judicial), while checks and balances allow
each branch to limit the powers of the others. These principles
prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
12. Explain judicial review and what it means.
a. Judicial review is the power of the courts, particularly the Supreme
Court, to review and potentially invalidate laws or actions that violate
the Constitution. It serves as a crucial check on government actions.
13. How many amendments have been made to the Constitution? List and describe at least 3
amendments.
a. There have been a total of 27 amendments to the constitution so far.
The second amendment protects the right to bear arms, the fourth
amendment protects against unlawful search and seizure, and the
nineteenth amendment allowed women the right to vote.
14. What is the formal name given to the first 10 Amendments?
a. The Bill of Rights is the term given to the first 10 amendments of the
constitution.
15. What amendment outlawed slavery?
a. The thirteenth amendment outlawed slavery. It was passed during
Lincoln’s administration.