1. Which of the following best describes the large state plan(VA Plan)? a.Representation in congress is equal. b.Representation in congress is based on population. c.Representation in congress should include slaves. d.Representation in congress should not include slaves

2. Which of the following best describes the small state plan (NJ plan)? a. Representation in congress is equal b. Representation in congress is based on population. c. Representation in congress should include slaves d. Representation in congress should not include slaves

3. Which of the following best describes the Great Compromise? a.Unicameral legislature based on population. b.Unicameral legislature based on equal votes c.Bicameral legislature based on population d.Bicameral legislature based on population and equal votes.

4. Which of the following best describes the northern position for slaves and representation? a.Slaves should not count for anything since they are not citizens b.Slaves count for population in determining representation c.Slaves count for population in determining Taxation d.Slaves count for population in determining representation and taxation.

5. Which of the following best describes the southern position for slaves and representation? a.Slaves should not count for anything since they are not citizens b.Slaves count for population in determining representation c.Slaves count for population in determining Taxation d.Slaves count for population in determining representation and taxation.

6. Which of the following best describes the 3/5 compromise? a.3/5 of slaves count for population in determining representation. b.3/5 of slaves count for population in determining taxation. c.3/5 of slaves count for population in determining representation and taxation d.Since slaves are not citizens, they do not count for either representation or taxation.

7. Which of the following best explains the main reason for the debate over ratification of the U.S. Constitution? A. Federalists wanted a unicameral legislature, Anti-Feds wanted a bicameral legislature B. Federalists wanted a bicameral legislature, Anti-Feds wanted a unicameral legislature C. Federalists demanded a Bill of Rights, Anti-Feds thought is was unnecessary D. Anti-Feds demanded a Bill of Rights, Federalists thought it was unnecessary

8. Which of the following is protected by the first amendment? A.Trial by jury B.Religion C.Due process D.Voting

9. Which of the following limits the power of government in order to protect the rights of individuals? A.amendment B.due process C.compromise D.probable cause

10. Which of the following describes the sharing of power between federal, state, and local governments? A.separation of powers B.federalism C.bicameralism D.checks and balances

11. Why were there three distinct branches of government established? A.separation of powers B.federalism C.bicameralism D.checks and balances

12. Which statement best explains the system of checks and balances used by the U.S. Government? A.The Supreme Court can veto a Presidential appointment B.The President can impeach a member of the Supreme Court C.The President can appoint members of Congress D.Congress can override the Presidents veto

13. Which of the following accurately describes the precedents established by President Washington to build one country from thirteen states? A.Two-term presidency and establishment of a cabinet B.One-term presidency and establishment of checks and balances C.Unlimited-term presidency and establishment of veto power D.Two-term presidency and establishment of post office

14. Which of the following represented the beliefs of the early Democratic-Republican party? A. loose interpretation and support for France B. loose interpretation and support for England C. strict interpretation and support for England D. strict interpretation and support for France.

15. Which of the following represented the beliefs of the early Federalist party? A. National bank and strict interpretation B. National bank and loose interpretation C. State banks and strict interpretation D. State banks and loose interpretation.