1.5 Fast and the Curious

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What was the primary purpose of writing the US Constitution?

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To create a framework for a federal government

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Explain how the Great Compromise resolved the conflict between small and large states during the Constitutional Convention.

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By creating a two-chamber legislature with different representation methods

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Analyze the role of the Federalist Papers in the ratification process of the US Constitution.

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They were written to explain and support the proposed Constitution.

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What was the outcome of the ratification process of the US Constitution?

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It was ratified by nine states initially, with four more ratifying later

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Describe the concerns of the Anti-Federalist movement regarding the US Constitution.

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They felt it gave too much power to the central government.

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Evaluate the significance of the Bill of Rights in the ratification process of the US Constitution.

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It addressed concerns about individual rights and helped secure ratification.

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What was the Three-Fifths Compromise and how did it affect representation in Congress?

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It counted each slave as three-fifths of a person for representation.

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Discuss the impact of the US Constitution on the balance of power between the federal government and the states.

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It established a balance of power that has evolved over time

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How did the Compromise on the Importation of Slaves affect the future of slavery in the United States?

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It allowed the slave trade to continue for 20 years

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Analyze how the US Constitution has been amended over time and the significance of these amendments in the evolution of American democracy. Options: Amendments have only been made to correct spelling errors, Amendments have expanded rights and adapted the Constitution to changing times, Amendments have reduced the power of the federal government, Amendments have been largely insignificant

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Amendments have expanded rights and adapted the Constitution to changing times