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Treaty of Paris 1783
Ended the Revolutionary War
Why was the Constitution written?
To solve problems from the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
What was one of the main reasons for conflict between Native Americans and Europeans?
Europeans took over land owned by Native Americans.
First President of the United States
George Washington
What phrase created absolute chaos at showings of “A Minecraft Movie,” turning the film viral and making it a box office smash?
"Chicken Jockey!"
Why was the Articles of Confederation weak?
It couldn't enforce it's own laws, collect taxes, and could not regulate trade.
Government can only do what people give it permission to do
Limited Government
This major disease was the cause of death of over 90% of indigenous people.
Small pox
He was considered “The Father of the Constitution,” (Main author of Constitution.)
James Madison
In 2025 this grinning, fuzzy toy, became wildly popular, and sold out instantly online and in stores around the world?
Labubu
Captain Daniel Shays led other farmers in an uprising against high state taxes, imprisonment for debt
Shay's Rebellion
All states except Rhode Island sent delegates here (total of 55 delegates)
PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION
How did the Sons of Liberty react to the Tea Act?
They boarded British merchant ships and dumped tea in protest.
Supported the Constitution and strong national government
Federalist
Skibidi, rizz and sus have all been popular Gen Z slang for quite a while. What numerically based slang has been confusing adults and annoying teachers since last fall?
6-7!
Why was it so important to not have a strong central government?
For fear of a Monarchy or King. They wanted the States to have more control over government.
What are the two houses of Congress?
House of Representatives and Senate
System in which goods and slaves were traded among the Americas, Britain, and Africa.
Triangle of trade
A person who opposed the adoption of the United States Constitution, and a strong national government.
Anti-Federalist
This movie was a surprise megahit on Netflix last summer, with eight of its songs landing on the Top 100 chart.
KPop Demon Hunters
Drafted the nation’s first constitution called the ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
JOHN DICKINSON
The Ideal that each branch of government will have their own roles and not over-step the other.
Checks and Balances
A religious movement that spread through the colonies and changed religion, social and political life.
The Great Awakening
Name at least 1 person wrote the Federalists Papers (85 essays that gave reasons for ratification)
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay
The Oxford English Dictionary recently unveiled its 2025 Word of the Year. What is it?
Rage Bait!