POLSCI 101 Lecture Notes - Bicameralism, Connecticut Compromise, Direct Democracy
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Sample midterm questions: list and describe three of the four centrals problems associated with the articles of. Confederation: list and describe locke"s theory of the social contract, while much has been made of the differences between the founders, list and describe two of the three similarities, constitution. Focus - 4 c"s of politics (conflict, competition, cooperation, and compromise) Democracy: opportunity to participate is widely available. It does not say who can and cannot participate. Not an example of direct democracy, group of select people formed it. Subject to change by small group of officials elected by democracy. Supports separation of powers within gov"t system. Large states loved this (mass, ny, virginia) Federal gov"t could have a say on issues that could disrupt. Negate all laws passed by several states . New jersey plan (similar to articles confederation but w. more federal power) National popular vote (favored by large states) System in which individuals select the president.
