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Loose construction, nullify, sedition, States' Doctrine, strict construction, Washington's Farewell Address, Whiskey Rebellion

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  • Q1
    What does the term 'loose construction' refer to in the context of US history?
    A strict interpretation of the Constitution
    The belief in state sovereignty
    A broad interpretation of the Constitution
    The power to nullify laws
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the concept of 'nullify' in US history?
    A belief in state sovereignty
    A strict interpretation of the Constitution
    The power to invalidate laws deemed unconstitutional
    A rebellion against the government
    30s
  • Q3
    What is sedition in the context of US history?
    Actions or speech inciting rebellion against the government
    A belief in strict construction
    An act of peaceful protest
    The power to nullify laws
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the stated principle behind the States' Doctrine in US history?
    The belief in a strong centralized government
    The duty of states to follow all federal laws
    States have the right to nullify federal laws they deem unconstitutional
    The power of the federal government over the states
    30s
  • Q5
    What did strict construction refer to in the context of US history?
    The belief in state sovereignty
    The power to nullify laws
    A narrow interpretation of the Constitution
    A broad interpretation of the Constitution
    30s
  • Q6
    What event was the main catalyst for the Whiskey Rebellion in US history?
    The Louisiana Purchase
    The imposition of a government tax on distilled spirits
    The signing of the Declaration of Independence
    The ratification of the Constitution
    30s
  • Q7
    What did George Washington emphasize in his Farewell Address?
    The importance of national unity and avoiding foreign alliances
    The power of states to nullify federal laws
    The promotion of sedition and rebellion
    The need for strict construction of the Constitution
    30s
  • Q8
    What was the outcome of the Whiskey Rebellion in US history?
    The rebellion resulted in the overthrow of the federal government
    The rebellion led to the secession of western Pennsylvania from the United States
    The rebellion resulted in the repeal of the government tax on whiskey
    The rebellion was suppressed by a federal militia
    30s

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