us constitution vocab Flashcards
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constitution
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the governing document of the united states that creates 3 equal branches of government
2
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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 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 the states based on population in congress
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Great compromise
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The deal between large and small states to create the house of senate
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The 3/5 compromise
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Deal between North and south states that slaves will count as 3/5 of a person
