Lesson 8 Review

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What was a major concern people had about a strong central government?

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rights would be lost.

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What was one of the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation? Options: Congress could not declare war., Congress could not impose taxes., Congress could not make treaties., Congress could not print money.

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Congress could not impose taxes.

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What was the long-term effect of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787?

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territories eventually became states

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Which land was affected by the Land Ordinance of 1785?

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land between the Ohio and Mississippi rivers and the great lakes

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What was the result of Shays’ Rebellion?

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a new constitution was created.

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What was the initial purpose of the convention in May 1787?

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To revise the Articles of Confederation.

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Why is James Madison known as the Father of the Constitution?

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He was prepared to lead discussions at the Convention.

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What was the biggest challenge at the Constitutional Convention?

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balancing the interests of large and small states.

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What is a republic form of government?

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A government led by elected representatives.

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What do the New Jersey Plan and Virginia Plan have in common?

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Both included three branches of government.