WGU C963 Pre-Assessment
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What is a key aspect of John Locke's view of natural rights?—ANSWER--They are granted by
God and cannot be abolished by the government.
Who was responsible for drafting the Bill of Rights and submitting it to Congress?—ANSWER-
-James Madison
Why did the colonists oppose being taxed by Great Britain?—ANSWER--They did not have
elected representatives in the House of Commons.
What was a Federalist argument in support of the ratification of the Constitution?—
ANSWER--A strong national government is better for national defense and economic growth
Which concept was James Madison referencing when he stated, "Ambition must be made to
counteract ambition." in Federalist, no.51?—ANSWER--Separation of powers and checks and
balances
What was a major difference between the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution—
ANSWER--The Articles of Confederation did not provide for a national judiciary
Why did the framers design the government under the Articles of Confederation with a
Congress?—ANSWER--They wanted a government that protected state sovereignty
, What did the Great Compromise between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan that
was finalized in the Constitution establish?—ANSWER--A two-chamber Congress
What were the results of the three-fifths compromise?—ANSWER--It allowed slave states to
count three-fifths of their enslaved population for the purpose of representation.
What is a judicial check on the executive branch?—ANSWER--The Supreme Court can
declare actions by the executive branch unconstitutional.
Which power does the president have under the Constitution?—ANSWER--Appointing
judges
What is a protection against an elected president abusing powers for personal gain?—
ANSWER--The power of Congress to impeach the president
Which constitutional amendment established term limits for the president?—ANSWER--The
Twenty-Second Amendment
What is the purpose of executive agreements?—ANSWER--To establish agreements with
foreign countries without congressional approval
What best explains why individual members of the Senate have more power than individual
members of the House of Representatives?—ANSWER--The smaller total number of Senate
members compared to the number of representatives
Which congressional action would be the result of the implied powers of Congress?—
ANSWER--Congress passes a law raising the minimum wage to $10.00 per hour.
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Questions & Answers | Latest
Already Graded A+
What is a key aspect of John Locke's view of natural rights?—ANSWER--They are granted by
God and cannot be abolished by the government.
Who was responsible for drafting the Bill of Rights and submitting it to Congress?—ANSWER-
-James Madison
Why did the colonists oppose being taxed by Great Britain?—ANSWER--They did not have
elected representatives in the House of Commons.
What was a Federalist argument in support of the ratification of the Constitution?—
ANSWER--A strong national government is better for national defense and economic growth
Which concept was James Madison referencing when he stated, "Ambition must be made to
counteract ambition." in Federalist, no.51?—ANSWER--Separation of powers and checks and
balances
What was a major difference between the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution—
ANSWER--The Articles of Confederation did not provide for a national judiciary
Why did the framers design the government under the Articles of Confederation with a
Congress?—ANSWER--They wanted a government that protected state sovereignty
, What did the Great Compromise between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan that
was finalized in the Constitution establish?—ANSWER--A two-chamber Congress
What were the results of the three-fifths compromise?—ANSWER--It allowed slave states to
count three-fifths of their enslaved population for the purpose of representation.
What is a judicial check on the executive branch?—ANSWER--The Supreme Court can
declare actions by the executive branch unconstitutional.
Which power does the president have under the Constitution?—ANSWER--Appointing
judges
What is a protection against an elected president abusing powers for personal gain?—
ANSWER--The power of Congress to impeach the president
Which constitutional amendment established term limits for the president?—ANSWER--The
Twenty-Second Amendment
What is the purpose of executive agreements?—ANSWER--To establish agreements with
foreign countries without congressional approval
What best explains why individual members of the Senate have more power than individual
members of the House of Representatives?—ANSWER--The smaller total number of Senate
members compared to the number of representatives
Which congressional action would be the result of the implied powers of Congress?—
ANSWER--Congress passes a law raising the minimum wage to $10.00 per hour.
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
