us constitution vocab Flashcards
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constitution
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the governing document of the US that creates 3 equal branched of government.
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Articles of Confederation
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First government of the US that lasted for 9 years, and failed due to its absence of a strong central gov’t.
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Bill of Rights
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The first 10 amendments to the constitution that guarantee individual rights.
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New Jersey Plan
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Plan proposed to represent states in an even way in Congress.
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Virginia Plan
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Plan proposed to represent stated based on population in congress.
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Great Compromise
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The deal between big and small states to create the House and Senate.
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The 3/5 Compromise
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The deal between North and South states that slaves will count as 3/5 of a person in representation.
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Bicameral
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Two sides or branches (the House of Representatives and the Senate)
