Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution?

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What does the word 'convention' mean?

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A formal meeting for a purpose.

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What does the word 'situation' mean?

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A condition or state of affairs.

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What plan included what came to be known as the electoral college?

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Wilson's plan.

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Which word has almost the same meaning as the word 'proposal'?

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Recommendation.

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What was the benefit of creating a government that consisted of three parts that shared power?

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No part would be more powerful than the others.

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What is the significance of the U.S. Constitution?

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It serves as the supreme law of the United States, outlining the framework of government.

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Who were the main authors of the U.S. Constitution?

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James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay.

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What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

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To introduce the Constitution and outline its purposes.

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What does 'checks and balances' refer to in the context of the U.S. government?

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A system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful.

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What is the Bill of Rights?

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The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution that guarantee individual rights.

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