Flashcards:Staar Review for U.S. Constitution

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

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The U.S. Constitution establishes the national government, fundamental laws, and guarantees certain basic rights for its citizens.

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When was the U.S. Constitution written?

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The U.S. Constitution was written in 1787.

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How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution have?

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The U.S. Constitution has 27 amendments.

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What are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?

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The first ten amendments are called the Bill of Rights.

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Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

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James Madison is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'.

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the United States' first constitution, serving as the framework for government from 1781 to 1789. It established a weak central government, giving considerable power to individual states.

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The Articles of Confederation

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Some of the Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation were

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1. required 9 of 13 states to agree to pass a law; Had no Judicial or Executive Branches; No power to regulate commerce or raise revenue by taxation.

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This event convinced the Founders to make changes.

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Shay's Rebellion

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Farmer's rebelled over paying property taxes.

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Shay's Rebellion

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Established in Philadelphia after the Articles of Confederation.

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