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What was the main purpose of the Great Compromise?
What was the main purpose of the Great Compromise?
How did the Three-Fifths Compromise address the representation conflict?
How did the Three-Fifths Compromise address the representation conflict?
What is one major function of the legislative branch according to the division of powers?
What is one major function of the legislative branch according to the division of powers?
What does the amendment process of the Constitution allow?
What does the amendment process of the Constitution allow?
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Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
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Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?
Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?
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What is the role of the judicial branch in the U.S. government system?
What is the role of the judicial branch in the U.S. government system?
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What aspect of government does the separation of powers aim to protect?
What aspect of government does the separation of powers aim to protect?
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Study Notes
The Great Compromise
- The Constitutional Convention committee, led by Roger Sherman, resolved disagreements by creating a compromise.
- This compromise addressed representation in the legislative branch.
- Each state would have two senators in the Senate, regardless of population.
- The House of Representatives' representation would be based on the state's population.
The Three-Fifths Compromise
- Delegates from the North and South had differing views on how to count enslaved populations for representation in Congress.
- The Three-Fifths Compromise's solution determined one enslaved person would count as three-fifths of a free person for representation purposes.
- This compromise also impacted taxation, tying it to the state's population with this calculation.
Branches of Government
- Legislative: Congress establishes the legislative branch; consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives.
- Executive: This branch is led by the President, Vice President, cabinet, and other federal agencies.
- Judicial: The supreme court and other courts form the judicial branch.
Separation of Powers
- The separation of powers established by the U.S. Constitution prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful.
- The branches work together to ensure efficient government and protection of citizens' rights.
Amendment Process
- The Constitution is designed to be adaptable to changing times and challenges.
- The amendment process allows for changes to the Constitution as needed, reflecting society's advancements.
Bill of Rights
- The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the Constitution, added to protect citizens' rights.
- Antifederalists advocated for these additional protections.
- The Bill of Rights reflects the ongoing importance of the political process.
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Explore the key aspects of the Great Compromise and the Three-Fifths Compromise that shaped the U.S. legislative branch. This quiz also covers the foundational elements of the branches of government established during the Constitutional Convention. Test your knowledge on these critical agreements and structures.
