Early American Government
What was the first American Constitution called?
Articles of Confederation
Ratify means to?
Make something legal
Early American Government had the power to?
Print money
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What came after the Articles of Confederation?
The Constitution
Who had more power in early American Government, states or the government?
States
What three countries did America still owe money to for the American Revolution war loans?
Spain, France, Netherlands
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?
President
What document is the "Law of the Land"?
US Constitution
Early American Federal Government was weak because?
The had no income tax/money coming in from the states
The Northwest Ordinance was a law that?
Outlawed slavery in the Northwest region of the United States.
Who is in charge of the Judicial branch?
Courts
Why did Shays Rebellion occur
Government wasn't able to pay the farmers back after the revolution
Who is in charge of the Legislative branch?
Congress