Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution? Flashcard

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Who wrote the U.S. Constitution?

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The U.S. Constitution was primarily written by James Madison, along with other Founding Fathers.

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What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

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The U.S. Constitution establishes the framework of the government and protects the rights of citizens.

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What are the three branches of government?

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The three branches of government are the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

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What does the legislative branch do?

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The legislative branch makes laws and is made up of Congress, which includes the House of Representatives and the Senate.

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What does the executive branch do?

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The executive branch enforces laws and is headed by the president.

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What does the judicial branch do?

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The judicial branch interprets laws and is made up of courts and judges.

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What is the Bill of Rights?

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The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution that guarantee individual rights.

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What was the New Jersey Plan?

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The New Jersey Plan was a proposal for the structure of the U.S. government that favored smaller states and called for a unicameral legislature.

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What was the Virginia Plan?

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The Virginia Plan was a proposal that favored larger states and called for a bicameral legislature based on population.

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What is a compromise in government?

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A compromise is an agreement reached by each side making concessions.