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Social Studies Ch. 9
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What powers or institutions did the first national government lack? | Army, Court System, and President |
| How did the first congress aid in America's expansion? | It passed the Northwest Ordinance, which created 5 new states. |
| What two things did the writers on the constitution do to help ratify it? | Only 9 states had to ratify it and wrote The Federalist to convince people to support it. |
| What was the purpose of the bill of rights? | To clearly define people's rights |
| How did George Washington respond to Pennsylvania farmers' refusal to pay their taxes? | He sent federal troops to enforce the laws |
| Who became our 2nd president? | John Adams |
| How were Native Americans affected by America's independence? | Native Americans gave up some of their land through treaties and battles |
| When did treaties with Native Americans happen? | 1784-1786 |
| What was Philadelphia like in 1787? | Heat, pollution, crowded, bugs, lots of things to do and see, smells of sewers, rough roads |
| Why were some important statesmen not at the convention? | They were out of the country or they doubted an increase in power for the national government |
| Why did southern states want to include slaves in their population count? | A larger population would mean they have more representation in congress |
| What groups of people were not represented at the convention? | Blacks, Women, and Native Americans |
| What 5 freedoms do we have? | Religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition |
| What are some of the jobs that Martha Washington did in her public life? | Managed the household and clerical duties |
| How do we know so much about Abigail Adams? | She wrote letters |
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