Who Wrote the US Constitution (Wonders U2,Wk1-2)

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What were the Articles of Confederation?

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The Articles of Confederation were the first written constitution of the United States, created in 1781, which established a weak central government.

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What problem were the delegates trying to solve at the Constitutional Convention?

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The delegates were trying to solve the problem that the Articles of Confederation weren't working.

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What is proportional representation?

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Proportional representation is a system where representation in government is based on the population of each state.

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What was the New Jersey Plan?

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The New Jersey Plan was an alternate proposal to the Virginia Plan that favored smaller states by providing equal representation for each state in Congress.

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Who proposed the Virginia Plan?

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The Virginia Plan was proposed by James Madison.

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What is the Electoral College?

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The Electoral College is a group of representatives from each state who formally elect the President and Vice President of the United States.

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Who wrote the plan that included the Electoral College?

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The plan that included the Electoral College was written by William Wilson.

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What is a text feature?

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Text features are parts of a text that help organize and present information, such as headings, timelines, and diagrams.

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Which of the following is NOT a text feature?

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A paragraph is NOT considered a text feature.

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What is the purpose of the Constitution?

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The Constitution serves as the supreme law of the land, outlining the framework of government and the rights of the citizens.