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The division of governmental authority and powers and assigning them to distinct branches

What is the separation of powers in the constitution?
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No separation of power, central government was too weak, congress couldn’t tax, changes to the Articles were impossible, 9 of the 13 states had to approve a law for it to become a law, congress couldn’t regulate commerce
What were the weaknesses of the articles of confederation?
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85 essays that defended the constitution
What were The Federalist Papers?
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To enforce the laws, can veto bills, call congress, and influence public opinion.
What is the duty of the executive branch?
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Constitutional Convention members. Most memorable - James Madison. Founding Fathers.
Who were the authors of the Constitution?
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Executive, Legislative, and Judicial
What are the 3 branches of government?
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Shay's Rebellion
What caused people to realize that the articles of confederation weren’t working?
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Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison
Who wrote The Federalist Papers?
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Making laws, levying taxes, and approving budgets of the government.
What is the duty of the legislative branch?
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Called for the creation of a bicameral national legislature. Members would be sent in proportion to population. Congress could tax and regulate foreign and interstate commerce. National legislature could veto anything from state legislature. Government would have 3 branches. Strong national government.
What was the Virginia Plan?
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Explains the laws and decides if they are constitutional, in charge of the court system.
What is the duty of the judicial branch?
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Favored the ratification of the Constitution. Included George Washington, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton.
Who were federalists?
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1. Freedom of speech, press, religion, and petition 2. Right to bear arms 3. Quarters for soldiers 4. Right of search and seizure regulated 5. Provisions concerning prosecution 6. Right to a speedy trial, witnesses, etc 7. Right to trial by jury 8. Excessive bail, cruel punishment 9. Rule of construction of constitution 10. Rights of the states under constitution
What are the first ten amendments in the constitution?
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Almost no one wanted a powerful national government, wanted individual state power
What kind of government did Americans want after the Revolution?
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Opposition to the Virgina Plan came from small states who would have less representatives. Congress could tax and regulate foreign trade and interstate commerce. Government would have 3 branches. Each state would have equal vote in a unicameral congress. States stronger than national government.
What was the New Jersey Plan?
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To makes sure no one branch has too much power.
What is the purpose of checks and balances in the constitution?
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Opposed the constitution because it threatened states’ rights
Who were anti-federalists?
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To protect the natural rights of the people
What is the purpose of The Bill Of Rights?
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1. Demand money 2. Levy taxes 3. Regulate Trade 4. Settle disputes between states 5. Collect the debts that were owed to the national government 6. Enforce any of their power
Name 3 things the National Government couldn’t do under the Article of Confederation
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They would have less representatives because they had a smaller population.
Why didn't smaller states support the Virginia Plan?
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1. The legislative branch introduces and votes on a bill, the bill then goes to the executive branch, where the president can veto or pass the bill. 2. The legislative branch can override the executive branch's veto, and the bill becomes a law. 3. Once a law is in place, the people of the country can test it through the court system, which is under the control of the judicial branch. If someone believes a law is unfair, a lawsuit can be filed.
What are 3 examples of the purpose of checks and balances?
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Created a legislative branch made of 2 houses, the senate and the House of Representatives
What was the great compromise?
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Compromise between the South and North in which only 3/5 of the population of slaves would be counted for representation
What was the three-fifths compromise?
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1. Declare war 2. Make a peace treaty 3. Ask for an army & navy but not demand one 4. Make foreign treaties and alliances 5. Print and borrow money 6. Decide how to spend money 7. Determine weights & measures 8. Establish a post office 9. Regulate Indian affairs
Name 3 things the National Government could do under the Articles of Confederation
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How many states out of the 13 had to ratify the constitution before it could take effect?
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