called for a strong national government w/ 3 branches
virginia plan
Making sure all people going before a court get a fair hearing and are treated lawfully.
Due Process Clause
supported a strong central government. Supporters of the Constitution.
federalist
a government in which citizens rule through elected reps
republic
created a loose alliance of 13 people
artciles of confederation
pass laws
legislative branch
settlement, peaceful solution
compromise
Those who were opposed to the Constitution.
anti federalist
saw citizens of rome
founding fathers
gave up claims to lands of West of Appalachian mountains
ceded
carry out laws
executive branch
delegates approved Sherman's plan
great compromise
papers that explained and defended the Constitution. James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay used fake names under which they wrote the papers.
federalist papers
ceasar Augustus ruled the government where are person, or small group holds authority.
dictatorship
printed money
currency
Making sure that the three branches of government operate independently and without undue interference.
Separation of powers
Oversees laws, decides whether the Constitution was violated or not.
Judicial Branch
to approve
to make changes
ratify
amend
king John signed in 1215, established basic rights for ppl, and limited kings power
magna carta
system for settlelers in the northwest
land ordinance of 1785
called for three branches of government
new Jersey plan
5000 slaves, 3000 human count
three fifths compromise
1000 farmers took part.
shays rebellion
protects citizens rights, freedoms and rights
english bill of rights
period of time where business slows down
depression