Constitution

Front

This branch of government CREATES THE LAWS.

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Legislative branch

Front

This branch of government ENFORCES the law.

Back

Executive branch

Front

This branch of government INTERPRETS the law (making sure they follow the Constitution)

Back

Judicial branch

Front

The rules for a government or the written plan for the government that outlines laws, principles, and role of the government

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constitution

Front

The United States first form of national government was established by the -

Declaration of Independence

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Magna Carta

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Articles of Confederation

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Constitution

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Articles of Confederation

Front

This means that both sides give something up to reach an agreement.

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compromise

Front

Who wanted representation in Congress based on state population?

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Virginia Plan

Front

The ----- wanted representation in Congress based on equality.

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New Jersey Plan

Front

This compromise solved the conflict over counting slaves towards representation in Congress.

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3/5ths Compromise

Front

This compromise settled the dispute over representation in Congress by satisfying big and small states. Created a bicameral (two-part) Congress.

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Great Compromise