Constitutional Convention
Why did some states object to the Virginia Plan?
Give larger States more power, could outvote small states
How many branches of Government are there?
3
Why was a constitution needed?
Limit the power of the government
All states are a single country
What does the phrase "secure the blessings of liberty" mean
guarentee basic rights
What was the constitutional convention?
Delegates from 12 states gathered to fix the weak government
Legislative, Judicial, Executive
To limit the power of each branch of government a system of what was created?
Checks and balances
What does the phrase "to establish justice" mean
Make sure citizens are treated fairly
What is the role of the executive branch?
To enforce laws
What was the 3/5 compromise?
Slaves counted as 3/5 of a person when determining the population for a state
How many years does a senator serve in a single term?
6 years
The Bill of Rights makes up the first...
10 amendments
What does the phrase "Ensure domestic tranquility" mean?
Peace among the people
What is the role of the judicial branch?
To interpret laws
What is an amendment?
Makes a change to the constitution
How many years does a representative serve?
2 years
What is it called to make a change to the Constitution?
an amendment
What does the phrase "provide for the common defense" mean?
Maintain armed forces
What is the role of the legislative branch?
To create laws
What was the Great Compromise?
Created a bicameral legislature (House and Senate)
How old do you have to be to run for senate?
30
What was the first constitution called?
Articles of Confederation
What does the phrase "promote the general welfare" mean?
Ensure the well-being of the poeple
How old do you need to be to run for president?
35