FCLE The Federalist Papers

Question 1

Federalist No. 51, written by James Madison, is primarily known for its defense of which constitutional principle?

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Separation of powers and checks and balances

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Freedom of speech and the press

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The necessity of a standing army

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The electoral college system

Question 2

Federalist No. 10, authored by James Madison, argues that a large republic is better than a small one primarily because it:

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Reduces the danger of factions by making it harder for any one faction to dominate

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Makes it easier to pass laws quickly

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Gives more power to state governments

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Eliminates the need for political parties

Question 3

The Federalist Papers were written under the collective pseudonym 'Publius' by Hamilton, Madison, and Jay. What was their primary purpose?

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To persuade New York voters to ratify the proposed Constitution

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To propose amendments to the Constitution after ratification

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To argue for American independence from Britain

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To establish the Supreme Court's power of judicial review

Question 4

Federalist No. 78, written by Alexander Hamilton, is most famous for articulating the principle of:

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Judicial review — the power of courts to strike down unconstitutional laws

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Executive privilege

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Congressional override of presidential vetoes

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The supremacy of state constitutions over federal law

Question 5

Which of the following correctly pairs a Federalist Paper with its main subject?

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No. 70 — the argument for a single, energetic executive

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No. 10 — the dangers of a large republic and need for small government

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No. 51 — the need to abolish state governments

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No. 78 — the importance of a strong standing army

Question 6

Who were the three authors of the Federalist Papers?

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Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay

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Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin

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George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison

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John Adams, Alexander Hamilton, and Patrick Henry