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The first governing document of the United States, ratified in 1781, was the _______ Articles of Confederation
The first governing document of the United States, ratified in 1781, was the _______ Articles of Confederation
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The rebellion led by Massachusetts farmers in 1786-1787 to protest economic hardships and high taxes was called _______.
The rebellion led by Massachusetts farmers in 1786-1787 to protest economic hardships and high taxes was called _______.
Shays's Rebellion
The convention held in 1787 to create a new system of government for the United States was called the _______.
The convention held in 1787 to create a new system of government for the United States was called the _______.
Constitutional Convention
The meeting of delegates to revise the Articles of Confederation took place in the city of _______ .
The meeting of delegates to revise the Articles of Confederation took place in the city of _______ .
The proposal that called for representation in Congress to be based on population was the _______.
The proposal that called for representation in Congress to be based on population was the _______.
The plan that proposed equal representation for all states in Congress, regardless of size, was the _______.
The plan that proposed equal representation for all states in Congress, regardless of size, was the _______.
The compromise that created a two-house Congress, with the House of Representatives based on population and the Senate with equal representation, was the _______.
The compromise that created a two-house Congress, with the House of Representatives based on population and the Senate with equal representation, was the _______.
The agreement that counted enslaved people as part of a state's population for taxation and representation purposes was the _______.
The agreement that counted enslaved people as part of a state's population for taxation and representation purposes was the _______.
The idea that power comes from the people and that they have the right to govern themselves is called _______.
The idea that power comes from the people and that they have the right to govern themselves is called _______.
The principle that divides power between the national government and the states is called _______.
The principle that divides power between the national government and the states is called _______.
The division of government into three branches—legislative, executive, and judicial—is known as _______.
The division of government into three branches—legislative, executive, and judicial—is known as _______.
The system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the others is called _______.
The system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the others is called _______.
The branch of government responsible for making laws is the _______ branch.
The branch of government responsible for making laws is the _______ branch.
The branch of government that enforces laws and is led by the president is the _______ branch.
The branch of government that enforces laws and is led by the president is the _______ branch.
The branch of government that interprets laws and consists of the Supreme Court and lower courts is the _______ branch.
The branch of government that interprets laws and consists of the Supreme Court and lower courts is the _______ branch.
The ability of the president to reject a law passed by Congress is called a _______.
The ability of the president to reject a law passed by Congress is called a _______.
The process by which Congress can remove a president or judge from office for misconduct is called _______.
The process by which Congress can remove a president or judge from office for misconduct is called _______.
The first ten amendments to the Constitution, which guarantee individual rights, are called the _______.
The first ten amendments to the Constitution, which guarantee individual rights, are called the _______.
The collection of 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay to support the Constitution was called _______.
The collection of 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay to support the Constitution was called _______.
The two opposing groups during the ratification debate were the _______ who supported the Constitution, and the _______ who opposed it.
The two opposing groups during the ratification debate were the _______ who supported the Constitution, and the _______ who opposed it.
What were the main weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
What were the main weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
Why was Shays's Rebellion significant in the movement for a new constitution?
Why was Shays's Rebellion significant in the movement for a new constitution?
What was the purpose of the Great Compromise?
What was the purpose of the Great Compromise?
Why did Southern states want enslaved people to be counted in their population?
Why did Southern states want enslaved people to be counted in their population?
What were the key arguments of the Federalists in favor of the Constitution?
What were the key arguments of the Federalists in favor of the Constitution?
Why did the Antifederalists oppose the Constitution?
Why did the Antifederalists oppose the Constitution?
How did the Federalists address the concerns of the Antifederalists?
How did the Federalists address the concerns of the Antifederalists?
Why was it important for Virginia and New York to ratify the Constitution, even after the required nine states had done so?
Why was it important for Virginia and New York to ratify the Constitution, even after the required nine states had done so?
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?
How can the Constitution be amended?
How can the Constitution be amended?
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Articles of Confederation
Articles of Confederation
First governing document of the U.S.; had a weak central government.
Shays's Rebellion
Shays's Rebellion
Rebellion of farmers protesting economic hardship and taxes.
Constitutional Convention
Constitutional Convention
Meeting to create a new government system for the U.S.
Philadelphia
Philadelphia
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Virginia Plan
Virginia Plan
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New Jersey Plan
New Jersey Plan
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Great Compromise
Great Compromise
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Three-Fifths Compromise
Three-Fifths Compromise
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Popular Sovereignty
Popular Sovereignty
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Federalism
Federalism
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Separation of Powers
Separation of Powers
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Checks and Balances
Checks and Balances
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Legislative Branch
Legislative Branch
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Executive Branch
Executive Branch
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Judicial Branch
Judicial Branch
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Veto
Veto
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Impeachment
Impeachment
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Bill of Rights
Bill of Rights
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The Federalist Papers
The Federalist Papers
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Federalists and Antifederalists
Federalists and Antifederalists
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Weaknesses of Articles of Confederation
Weaknesses of Articles of Confederation
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Significance of Shays's Rebellion
Significance of Shays's Rebellion
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Purpose of the Great Compromise
Purpose of the Great Compromise
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Why Southern states wanted enslaved people counted
Why Southern states wanted enslaved people counted
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Federalist arguments for the Constitution
Federalist arguments for the Constitution
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Antifederalist opposition to the Constitution
Antifederalist opposition to the Constitution
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How Federalists addressed Antifederalist concerns
How Federalists addressed Antifederalist concerns
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Importance of Virginia and New York ratification
Importance of Virginia and New York ratification
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Purpose of Checks and Balances
Purpose of Checks and Balances
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How to Amend the Constitution
How to Amend the Constitution
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Study Notes
- The first governing document of the United States, ratified in 1781, was the Articles of Confederation
- The rebellion led by Massachusetts farmers in 1786-1787 to protest economic hardships and high taxes was called Shay's Rebellion.
- The convention held in 1787 to create a new system of government for the United States was called the Constitutional Convention
- The meeting of delegates to revise the Articles of Confederation took place in the city of Philadelphia
- The proposal that called for representation in Congress to be based on population was the Virginia Plan
- The plan that proposed equal representation for all states in Congress, regardless of size, was the New Jersey Plan
- The compromise that created a two-house Congress, with the House of Representatives based on population and the Senate with equal representation, was the Great Compromise
- The agreement that counted enslaved people as part of a state's population for taxation and representation purposes was the Three-Fifths Compromise
- The idea that power comes from the people and that they have the right to govern themselves is called Popular sovereignty
- The principle that divides power between the national government and the states is called Federalism
- The division of government into three branches—legislative, executive, and judicial—is known as Separation of powers
- The system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the others is called Checks and balances
- The branch of government responsible for making laws is the Legislative branch.
- The branch of government that enforces laws and is led by the president is the Executive branch.
- The branch of government that interprets laws and consists of the Supreme Court and lower courts is the Judicial branch.
- The ability of the president to reject a law passed by Congress is called a Veto
- The process by which Congress can remove a president or judge from office for misconduct is called Impeachment
- The first ten amendments to the Constitution, which guarantee individual rights, are called the Bill of Rights
- The collection of 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay to support the Constitution was called The Federalist Papers
- The two opposing groups during the ratification debate were the Federalists, who supported the Constitution, and the Antifederalists, who opposed it.
- The Articles of Confederation created a weak central government, lacking the power to tax, regulate trade, enforce laws, or maintain a standing army.
- Shays's Rebellion was significant in the movement for a new constitution because it exposed the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, showing that the government could not effectively respond to internal unrest.
- The Great Compromise was purposed to resolve the conflict between large and small states over representation in Congress by creating a bicameral legislature.
- Southern states wanted enslaved people to be counted in their population to gain greater representation in the House of Representatives, even though enslaved people had no voting rights.
- The Federalists argued that a strong central government was necessary for national security, economic stability, and effective governance.
- The Antifederalists opposed the Constitution fearing a strong central government would threaten individual rights and state sovereignty.
- The Federalists addressed the concerns of the Antifederalists by promising to add a Bill of Rights to protect individual freedoms.
- It was important for Virginia and New York to ratify the Constitution, even after the required nine states had done so, because they were large, influential states, and without their support, the new government might struggle to function effectively.
- The system of checks and balances exists to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the others.
- An amendment must be proposed by a two-thirds vote in Congress or a constitutional convention and ratified by three-fourths of the states to amend the Constitution.
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Explore the pivotal moments in early American governance, from the Articles of Confederation to the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Learn about Shay's Rebellion, the Constitutional Convention, and key proposals like the Virginia and New Jersey Plans, which shaped American democracy.
