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Under the Articles of Confederation, which power did Congress? |
To declare war. |
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What does the word commerce mean? |
Commerce-trade. |
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Which problem in the United States was highlighted by events of Shays's Rebellion? |
Weakness of the national government. |
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What did the delegates at the constitutional convention argue? |
How strong the national government should be. |
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Which fundamental idea do these words illustrate? |
Government derives its power from the people it governs. |
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Why did the writers of the Constitution divide the powers of the federal government among three branches? |
To prevent one branch from controlling the government. |
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What is the lawmaking branch of the government? |
The legislative branch. |
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Why did many delegates insist on adding ten amendments yo the Constitution soon after it was ratified? |
To protect the basic rights of people. |
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"In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trail, by an impartial jury..." Use this to answer
Which fundamental right these words illustrate? |
Due process of law. |
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Which leader was most responsible for the formation of the Federalist political party? |
Alexander Hamilton |
