Documents of unit one Flashcards
1
Q
Constitution
A
- Signed in 1787
- Includes three branches of government
- Had the Bill Of Rights added
- Includes the preamble
- Lists power of executive
- ## Includes 3/5 compromise
2
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Declaration of Independence
A
- Lists the wrong of the king
- All men are created equal
- Explained reasons treason was being committed
- Approved July 4, 1776
- Stated America was free from the rule of Britain
- Right to Life, liberty and pursuit of happiness
3
Q
Articles of confederation
A
First official government in America
Weak federal government
