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What was Thomas Jefferson’s importance to the constitution
He was considered the father of the constitution
Why did Congress create a bicameral Congress?
To check and control possible abuses of legislative power.
When did Britain recognizes the independence of the USA (Treaty of Paris)
September 3, 1783
were all of the Founding Fathers present at the constitution and why or why not
no because, some simply refused, others got sick, and others left early.
What were the first 3 words of the constitution
We The People
What was George Washington’s role in the constitution
He presided over the convention, and his support was key to ratification of the proposed Constitution.
Why was the constitution made
The United States Constitution was written to protect citizens and also the states.
When did Congress become established.
March 9, 1789
What state was misspelled in the constitution
Pennsylvania
How many spelling errors are in the constitution
Two
What american merchant, soldier, and politician from Pennsylvania signed the Constitution.
Thomas Mifflin
What was the goal of the Constitution
To create a government with enough power to act on a national level
What happened in 1788 regarding the constitution
The constitution was ratified by nine states
What state was against the constitution the most
Rhode Island
Summarize the constitution
Established America's national government and fundamental laws, and guaranteed certain basic rights for its citizens.
Who was Robert Sherman
He was an early American statesman, lawyer, and a Founding Father of the United States.
Explain Article 1, Section 1 of the constitution
All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.
What happened in 1787 regarding the constitution and Philadelphia, PA
US Constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, PA
Was the constitution a success or a failure explain why
At first it was a failure because the states didn’t act immediatel, but to this day it is a success because it guarantees every American fundamental rights and protection of life, liberty, and property.
What states disagreed over the ratification of the constitution
Massachusetts, North Carolina, Rhode Island, New York, and Virginia.
what four people were given credit for writing the constitution?
Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Thomas Paine, and John Adams
Explain why Massachusetts, North Carolina, Rhode Island, New York, and Virginia Disagreed over the ratification of the constitution.
The lack of a bill of rights to protect individual liberties.
What was the first state to ratify the constitution on December 7, 1787
Delaware
Why was the constitution needed in 1787
To protect citizens and also the states. It ensures rights, prevents the federal government from infringing on these rights, and creates laws.
About how many words does the constitution have
The U.S. Constitution has 4,400 words.