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What's odd about this map?
What's odd about this map?
The map shows that the U.S. owned a lot of land west of the Mississippi River, even though that land had not actually been claimed or settled at that time.
Who negotiated the Treaty of Paris?
Who negotiated the Treaty of Paris?
The Treaty of Paris allowed for a new trade agreement between England and the U.S.
The Treaty of Paris allowed for a new trade agreement between England and the U.S.
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The Treaty of Paris was a three-party treaty.
The Treaty of Paris was a three-party treaty.
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What does the map of North America in 1783 show?
What does the map of North America in 1783 show?
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All 13 original colonies were part of the United States in 1783.
All 13 original colonies were part of the United States in 1783.
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The thirteen original colonies were completely contiguous with each other.
The thirteen original colonies were completely contiguous with each other.
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Florida was part of the United States in 1783.
Florida was part of the United States in 1783.
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England completely relinquished all claims to North America in 1783.
England completely relinquished all claims to North America in 1783.
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What did Abigail Adams wish she knew?
What did Abigail Adams wish she knew?
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What was Abigail Adams's fear about the government?
What was Abigail Adams's fear about the government?
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Abigail Adams believed that the U.S. should be governed by a central government.
Abigail Adams believed that the U.S. should be governed by a central government.
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Abigail Adams believed it was right to separate from Great Britain.
Abigail Adams believed it was right to separate from Great Britain.
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What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?
What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?
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The Articles of Confederation established an executive branch of government.
The Articles of Confederation established an executive branch of government.
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The Articles of Confederation established a judicial branch of government.
The Articles of Confederation established a judicial branch of government.
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The Articles of Confederation established a legislative branch of government.
The Articles of Confederation established a legislative branch of government.
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Congress had the power to levy taxes under the Articles of Confederation.
Congress had the power to levy taxes under the Articles of Confederation.
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States could challenge the power of Congress under the Articles of Confederation.
States could challenge the power of Congress under the Articles of Confederation.
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What did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 establish?
What did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 establish?
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What was a key provision of the Northwest Ordinance related to slavery?
What was a key provision of the Northwest Ordinance related to slavery?
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The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 prohibited slavery in all of the United States.
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 prohibited slavery in all of the United States.
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The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 created a new form of government for Northwest Territories.
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 created a new form of government for Northwest Territories.
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The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 allowed states to decide whether to allow slavery.
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 allowed states to decide whether to allow slavery.
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The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 applied only to the territories west of the Mississippi River.
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 applied only to the territories west of the Mississippi River.
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What was the name of the period in history in which the United States was trying to implement a system of government after the revolution.
What was the name of the period in history in which the United States was trying to implement a system of government after the revolution.
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The critical period was a time of great economic prosperity for the United States.
The critical period was a time of great economic prosperity for the United States.
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The critical period lasted for 7 years.
The critical period lasted for 7 years.
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The critical period led to the development of a strong and efficient government.
The critical period led to the development of a strong and efficient government.
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What problem did the Articles of Confederation fail to solve?
What problem did the Articles of Confederation fail to solve?
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The Philadelphia Convention was convened to amend the Articles of Confederation.
The Philadelphia Convention was convened to amend the Articles of Confederation.
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What was the primary goal of the Philadelphia Convention?
What was the primary goal of the Philadelphia Convention?
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The Philadelphia Convention resulted in a completely new constitution.
The Philadelphia Convention resulted in a completely new constitution.
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55 delegates attended the Philadelphia Convention.
55 delegates attended the Philadelphia Convention.
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The Philadelphia Convention was held in complete secrecy.
The Philadelphia Convention was held in complete secrecy.
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What were the two major plans proposed at the Philadelphia Convention?
What were the two major plans proposed at the Philadelphia Convention?
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The Virginia Plan favored small states.
The Virginia Plan favored small states.
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The New Jersey Plan favored large states.
The New Jersey Plan favored large states.
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The Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan were both accepted by the delegates in their original form.
The Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan were both accepted by the delegates in their original form.
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Describe the Great Compromise.
Describe the Great Compromise.
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The Great Compromise addressed the question of slavery.
The Great Compromise addressed the question of slavery.
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What was the main issue at the heart of the Slavery Question?
What was the main issue at the heart of the Slavery Question?
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The 3/5 Compromise resolved the issue of slavery permanently.
The 3/5 Compromise resolved the issue of slavery permanently.
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The 3/5 Compromise established that enslaved people were considered 3/5 of a person for all purposes, including representation and taxation.
The 3/5 Compromise established that enslaved people were considered 3/5 of a person for all purposes, including representation and taxation.
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The 3/5 Compromise was widely supported among the delegates.
The 3/5 Compromise was widely supported among the delegates.
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The 3/5 Compromise helped to appease the Southern states by giving them additional power in the government.
The 3/5 Compromise helped to appease the Southern states by giving them additional power in the government.
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The 3/5 Compromise was a temporary solution, which ultimately failed to address the underlying issue of slavery.
The 3/5 Compromise was a temporary solution, which ultimately failed to address the underlying issue of slavery.
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The 3/5 Compromise meant that enslaved people were allowed to vote.
The 3/5 Compromise meant that enslaved people were allowed to vote.
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The 3/5 Compromise was repealed by the 13th Amendment.
The 3/5 Compromise was repealed by the 13th Amendment.
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Study Notes
Early US Territory Claims
- A map of the newly formed United States shows territory claimed by Great Britain and Spain.
- The image depicts contested land between the US and Great Britain and the US and Spain.
- The map's graphical representation doesn't align with the actual extent of claimed territories.
Treaty of Paris, 1783
- The treaty was negotiated by Jay, Adams, and Franklin.
- France was excluded from the two-party negotiations.
- England recognized US independence.
- The US gained land from the coast to the Mississippi River (excluding Florida).
- Americans agreed to repay pre-war debts.
- Loyalists were to be treated fairly.
Additional Information on the Treaty of Paris, 1783 (different versions)
- England recognized the US as an independent nation.
- The US gained land from the coast to the Mississippi River (excluding Florida).
- The US was obliged to repay pre-war debts.
- The US agreed to treat loyalists fairly.
- The treaty involved two parties, with France excluded.
Map of North America, 1783
- The map shows territorial claims by England, Spain, Russia, and the US.
- The US claimed territory along the Mississippi River, and parts of territories claimed by other nations.
The Articles of Confederation
- This document established the first system of government for the newly independent United States.
- The legislative branch was unicameral (one house), and states had equal representation.
- Each state had one vote in Congress.
- Congress lacked significant power to tax or regulate trade.
- Amendments required unanimous agreement from every state.
US Territorial Cessions
- Various states ceded land to the federal government from 1782 to 1802.
- Disputes exist over territorial boundaries between states, Great Britain and Spain.
Land Ordinance 1785
- The Seven Ranges surveyed land in Northwest territory.
- Land was subdivided into townships and sections for sale.
- Section 16 was reserved for public schools.
- Land was divided into regular grid patterns.
- Standardized the process for surveying and selling western lands.
Philadelphia Convention and Key Figures:
- Fifty-five delegates from twelve states participated.
- This group was considered exceptional.
- George Washington was a prominent figure.
- James Madison played a crucial role in shaping the convention.
- Secrecy was an important aspect.
The Virginia Plan (proposed structure for Congress)
- Drafted by Madison.
- Proportional representation in the legislature, based on population.
- It proposed a Bicameral Legislature with one part choosing another.
- This plan was argued in opposition to the need for equal representation.
Criticism against the Virginia Plan, and origin of the New Jersey Plan:
- Small states criticized the Virginia Plan's inequality
- Small states required the need for equal representation
- William Paterson proposed an alternative plan.
The New Jersey Plan (alternative proposal):
- Composed by William Paterson.
- A unicameral legislature is proposed.
- All states have equal representation.
- Emphasized preserving the state's power.
The Great Compromise (reconciling both plans)
- Congress would be bicameral (two-house).
- The House of Representatives would have proportional representation based on population.
- The Senate would have equal representation for all states (two senators per state).
The Slavery Question at the Convention:
- The issue of whether enslaved people should be counted in state populations arose.
- The question of enslaved population influencing state representation in government.
Three-Fifths Compromise:
- Enslaved people were counted as three-fifths of a person for representation and taxation purposes.
Other Issues around Slavery debated in Convention:
- Fugitive Slave Clause stipulated the return of runaway enslaved people.
- The international slave trade could not be discontinued for 20 years.
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Explore the territorial disputes and the critical Treaty of Paris, 1783, which marked the United States' independence. This quiz covers the negotiations, land gains, and the implications for loyalists and pre-war debts, providing insight into the early U.S. geopolitical landscape.
