C963 American Politics and the
US Constitution Overview
Questions and Answers 100%
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Thomas Hobbes—ANSWER--17th-century philosopher advocating for social contract theory.
Contractarianism—ANSWER--Philosophical theory emphasizing moral obligations through
implicit agreements.
Implicit Contracts—ANSWER--Unspoken agreements individuals are bound by, like following
laws as citizens.
Republic—ANSWER--Form of government where power resides in elected individuals
representing the citizen body.
Articles of Confederation—ANSWER--Initial U.S. governing document before the
Constitution, emphasizing state sovereignty.
Benjamin Franklin—ANSWER--Key figure in the American Revolution, advocated for
independence and a governing framework.
John Dickinson—ANSWER--Contributed to the Articles of Confederation, proposed civil
rights and congressional authority.
, Robert Morris—ANSWER--Superintendent of Finance during the Revolutionary War,
attempted to fund the army.
Boston Tea Party—ANSWER--Protest where colonists dumped tea in Boston Harbor against
British taxation.
Continental Congress—ANSWER--Gathering of colonies to address grievances, eventually
leading to independence.
Declaration of Independence—ANSWER--1776 document declaring the American colonies'
independence from Britain.
George Washington—ANSWER--Commander of the Continental Army during the American
Revolution.
Alexander Hamilton—ANSWER--Key figure in post-war governance, advocating for a stronger
federal financial system.
Legislative Branch—ANSWER--Branch of government responsible for making laws, includes
the U.S. Congress.
Executive Branch—ANSWER--Branch of government enforcing laws, led by the president and
administrative agencies.
Judiciary Branch—ANSWER--Branch of government interpreting laws, comprised of courts
like the Supreme Court.
Checks and Balances—ANSWER--System ensuring no branch of government becomes too
powerful by limiting each other's powers.
Veto—ANSWER--Presidential power to reject bills passed by Congress.
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US Constitution Overview
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
Thomas Hobbes—ANSWER--17th-century philosopher advocating for social contract theory.
Contractarianism—ANSWER--Philosophical theory emphasizing moral obligations through
implicit agreements.
Implicit Contracts—ANSWER--Unspoken agreements individuals are bound by, like following
laws as citizens.
Republic—ANSWER--Form of government where power resides in elected individuals
representing the citizen body.
Articles of Confederation—ANSWER--Initial U.S. governing document before the
Constitution, emphasizing state sovereignty.
Benjamin Franklin—ANSWER--Key figure in the American Revolution, advocated for
independence and a governing framework.
John Dickinson—ANSWER--Contributed to the Articles of Confederation, proposed civil
rights and congressional authority.
, Robert Morris—ANSWER--Superintendent of Finance during the Revolutionary War,
attempted to fund the army.
Boston Tea Party—ANSWER--Protest where colonists dumped tea in Boston Harbor against
British taxation.
Continental Congress—ANSWER--Gathering of colonies to address grievances, eventually
leading to independence.
Declaration of Independence—ANSWER--1776 document declaring the American colonies'
independence from Britain.
George Washington—ANSWER--Commander of the Continental Army during the American
Revolution.
Alexander Hamilton—ANSWER--Key figure in post-war governance, advocating for a stronger
federal financial system.
Legislative Branch—ANSWER--Branch of government responsible for making laws, includes
the U.S. Congress.
Executive Branch—ANSWER--Branch of government enforcing laws, led by the president and
administrative agencies.
Judiciary Branch—ANSWER--Branch of government interpreting laws, comprised of courts
like the Supreme Court.
Checks and Balances—ANSWER--System ensuring no branch of government becomes too
powerful by limiting each other's powers.
Veto—ANSWER--Presidential power to reject bills passed by Congress.
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
