Understanding the U.S. Constitution

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What was the main purpose of creating the Articles of Confederation?

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To establish the first American government after independence

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Under the Articles of Confederation, how many votes did each state get in Congress?

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One vote each

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Which power did the national government have under the Articles?

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Conduct foreign relations

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The Constitutional Convention was held in which city?

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Philadelphia

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Who served as president of the Constitutional Convention?

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George Washington

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What does "separation of powers" mean?

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Government powers are divided among three branches

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Which best describes federalism?

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Power shared between national and state governments

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How often are Representatives elected?

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Every 2 years

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What is the minimum age to become a Senator?

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30 years

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Which house of Congress is based on state population?

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The House of Representatives