Founding Fathers and the Constitution

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How did Alexander Hamilton contribute to the establishment of the United States' financial system?

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By establishing the money system as secretary of the treasury

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What was the main reason George Mason refused to sign the Constitution?

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He believed a bill of rights was necessary to protect individual rights

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Analyze how James Madison's contributions to the Federalist Papers influenced the ratification of the Constitution.

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They helped convince states to ratify the Constitution by explaining its benefits.

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Evaluate the impact of Thomas Jefferson's presidency on the territorial expansion of the United States.

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He doubled the size of the United States through the Louisiana Purchase.

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What strategic actions did Alexander Hamilton take to support the new United States Government?

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He helped write the Federalist Papers to support the Constitution

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Discuss the role of George Mason in shaping the rights of American citizens.

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He drafted the Virginia Declaration of Rights, influencing the Declaration of Independence.

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How did James Madison's work at the Constitutional Convention contribute to the system of checks and balances?

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He made more than 150 speeches advocating for a balanced government.

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Analyze the significance of Thomas Jefferson's efforts to maintain peace with France and England during his presidency.

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He worked hard to keep the United States from war with France and England

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What reasoning did George Mason use to argue against the ratification of the Constitution without a bill of rights?

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He feared the new government would have too much power over the states.

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Evaluate the contributions of Alexander Hamilton as George Washington’s secretary of the treasury.

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He established the money system still used today