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What was the primary reason the 13 colonies sought to break away from British rule?
What was the primary reason the 13 colonies sought to break away from British rule?
Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation, which led to its replacement?
What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation, which led to its replacement?
Which state did not send a representative to the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
Which state did not send a representative to the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
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What was the main result of the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
What was the main result of the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
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Revolutionary War and the Birth of the U.S. Constitution
- In 1776, after 167 years of British rule, the 13 colonies sought independence due to perceived oppression and corruption.
- Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.
- The Articles of Confederation, the first U.S. Constitution, were written in 1777 by John Dickinson.
- The Articles of Confederation proved weak, leading to economic hardship and disputes over territory, pensions, taxes, and trade.
Constitutional Convention of 1787
- The Constitutional Convention was held in 1787 at the State House, excluding Rhode Island.
- Representatives from all states except Rhode Island attended.
- The convention aimed to replace the existing government.
- Delegates decided on a new structure with a strong central government sharing power with three branches.
Three Branches of Government
- The legislative branch, controlled by Congress (House of Representatives), creates laws.
- The executive branch, headed by the President, Vice President, and Cabinet, enforces laws.
- The judicial branch, composed of the Supreme Court and Federal Courts, interprets laws.
Lasting Impact of the Constitution
- The U.S. Constitution, though established thousands of years ago, remains a strong and flexible framework.
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Explore the key events surrounding the Revolutionary War and the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Delve into the significance of the Declaration of Independence and the outcomes of the Constitutional Convention. Understand the three branches of government that emerged from these foundational events.
