The Founding of the United States of America Topic 2

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The_________ was the first version of the United States Government.

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Articles of Confederation

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Who was given the most credit for the Constitution?

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James Madison

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The _______ is to prevent a single branch of the government from becoming too powerful.

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separation of powers

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What plan proposed that the central government should provide for the people's welfare, and protect against foreign enemies?

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Virginia Plan

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The Articles of Confederation had to be fixed because it was

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too weak

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Under the Articles of Confederation Congress could only pass a law if ____________ out 13 states agreed.

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9

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Under the Articles of Confederation, each state got __________ vote.

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1

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During the _______, delegates elected leaders and discussed the structure of the central government.

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Constitutional Convention

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What three words show that the Constitution recognizes that the government is given its power by the people?

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We the People

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The Articles of Confederation created the 3 branches of government

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