The Constitution Flashcards
1
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When was the Constitutional Convention?
A
May 25 to September 17 , 1787
2
Q
Which state didn’t join?
A
Rhode Island. They were worried about losing their state power.
3
Q
What was the original purpose of the convention?
A
To revise the Articles of Confederation
4
Q
What did the first part of the Constitution focus on?
A
Separation of Powers
Legislative (bicameral congress
Executive (President
Judicial (Supreme and other federal courts)
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