Then vs Now
Father of Bill of Rights
Alexander Hamilton
Who Called for the Constitutional Convention?
Alexander Hamilton
The Federalist Papers were written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and ___
John Jay
What was the main feeling of the Patriots in 1776?
They were scared and wanted freedom from British rule.
What is the branch of Government that makes laws?
The Legislative Branch
Introduction to Constitution
Preamble
Who was elected leader of the constitutional convention?
George Washington
Most Famous Anti Federalist
Samuel Adams
What was the name of the first constitution of the United States?
Article of Confederation
What branch of government interprets laws?
The Judicial Branch of Government
First Vice President
The First 10 Amendments of the Constitution
Bill of Rights
Oversees national defense
Secretary of war
What was the compromise over slavery known as?
3/5 compromise
The Branch of Government that enforces Laws
Executive Branch
The last state to approve the Constitution
Rhode Island
First State to ratify the Constitution
Delaware
How many members does supreme court have
9
What was a requirement to vote in the early United States?
You had to be a white male who owned land.
Representatives based on the population of states
House of Representatives
Oversees Relations with other countries
Secretary of State
How many states had to approve the Constitution for it to be ratified?
9
Who was the great compromiser?
Henry Clay
The U.S. Congress permanently banned slavery and involuntary servitude nationwide with the passage of the ___________________ on January 31, 1865.
13th Amendment
Representatives who are equal in number for every state.
The Senate