Ch.3 - L.1 - S.1 "State Constitutions"

Multiple Choice

Why did colonies write state constitutions beginning in 1776?

• They needed plans for government to replace the kings original colonial charters

• So they could make trade agreements with foreign nations.

• To create a monarchy and gain power in the colonies.

• To stay loyal to the British crown and avoid conflict.

Multiple Choice

What is a constitution?

• A constitution is a set of guidelines for personal behavior.
• A constitution is a historical document with no legal standing.
• A constitution is a detailed, written document that outlines the principles and framework of a government.

• A constitution is a collection of laws for private organizations and businesses.

Categorize

Options (10)

bicameral legislature

make laws

Bill of Rights

people elect governors and legislatures

judges and courts interpret the law

governor to enforce laws

unicameral legislature

dictatorship

Courts were banned, and all disputes were handled by the army

Kings were chosen to rule each state for life

Identifying: The new state constitutions set up similar forms of government. Complete the web diagram below by naming some features of the new state governments.

Features of gov't

Incorrect answers

Drag and Drop

Most state constitutions included a ​

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in order to ​

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certain freedoms and legal ​

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for ​

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Drag these tiles and drop them in the correct blank above

bill of rights

list of grievances

guarantee

protections

citizens

take away

British soldiers