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study constitution
notes to study the constitution
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| At least 9 of 13 states had to the constitution before it could take effect. | ratify |
| After the American Revolution the states experienced an . | economic depression |
| The President can deisions made by the legislator. | veto |
| The division of power between national and state governments is called . | federalism |
| The tried to keep the states from ratifying the constitution. | Anti-Federalists |
| What was the 3/5 compromise? | a compromise that 3/5 slaves would be counted towards representation and taxation. |
| Why did the Constitution divide the federal government into 3 branches? | so the government wouldn't abuse powers and become too strong |
| What powers are given to both the federal and state government? | to tax, to try criminals in court, and to build roads |
| Why were many Americans afraid of a strong centeral government? | they didn't want a king |
| What was the main difference between the Ariticles of Confederation and the Constitution regarding the amount of power granted to the national government? | under the Articles national gov. had little power under Constitution the national gov had more power |
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