7.5 - The Constitution in Practice: - Practice B

Which earlier problem best helps explain why a February 1788 writer would emphasize “enumerated powers” and “powers reserved to the states” when arguing for ratification?

The February 1788 document would MOST directly come after which event?

In the ratification timeline, a February 1788 argument about “reserved” state powers would MOST likely be aimed at

Using evidence from the historical document and the reading stimulus, explain why federalism (shared powers) became an important argument during ratification.

In your paragraph, describe one earlier problem or event and explain one later step people might demand if they still worried about federal power.

Explain how the Constitution’s federalist system shares power between the federal, state, and local governments.

Then describe how that division of power could influence what happened after ratification in one policy area (such as education, elections, or public safety).

A December 1791 document about “new amendments” would MOST directly respond to which earlier concern during the ratification debates (1787–1788)?

This December 1791 document would MOST directly come after which event?

In the early national timeline, a pamphlet praising “checks and balances” and the Bill of Rights would MOST likely be trying to influence

Using evidence from the historical document and the reading stimulus, explain how the Bill of Rights fit into the Constitution’s system of checks and balances.

In your paragraph, describe one earlier concern that led to amendments and explain one later effect those amendments could have on government actions.

Explain, in chronological order, how debates from 1787–1788 could lead to the 1791 Bill of Rights.

In your paragraph, include one reason people wanted amendments and one example of a right that could limit a branch of government.

Which earlier development BEST explains why New York leaders in 1821 would discuss changing their state constitution through a formal process?

An October 1821 document about revising New York’s constitution would MOST directly come after which event?

In the early 1800s timeline, a proposal to expand voting rights in New York would MOST likely be aimed at influencing

Using evidence from the historical document and reading stimulus, explain how the New York State Constitution could change over time.

In your paragraph, describe one formal method of change and explain one reason early 19th-century reformers wanted a “more democratic” system.

Explain, in chronological order, how concerns about representation and participation could lead from the original New York State Constitution to reforms in the early 1800s.

In your paragraph, include one change reformers might support and one effect that change could have on elections or lawmaking.

Which earlier event BEST helps explain why a U.S. leader in 1823 might warn European powers against interfering in the Western Hemisphere?

A proclamation dated December 1823 would MOST directly come after which event?

In the 1820s timeline, a statement urging the United States to avoid European wars while protecting the Western Hemisphere would MOST likely be aimed at influencing

Using evidence from the historical document and the reading stimulus, explain how foreign policy disputes could test the Constitution’s separation of powers.

In your paragraph, describe one role of Congress and one role of the president that could shape the policy described in the document.

Explain, in chronological order, how earlier events after independence could lead to an 1823 policy warning European powers.

In your paragraph, include one earlier conflict or concern and one reason leaders might still prefer isolation from European wars.