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What was the main reason the delegates decided to draft a new constitution?

• The Bill of Rights did not clearly outline the civil liberties of individuals.

• The citizens of each state did not agree with the Northwest Ordinance.

• The Articles of Confederation was too weak to sustain the new nation.

• The states demanded a national military for defense against European nations.

What was the only branch of government provided in the Articles of Confederation?

• Army

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

The Constitution was signed at the end of the convention. What process happened next in order for the document to become law?

• Ratification

• Admittance

• Amending

• Confirmation

Which of the following is considered the "Father of the Constitution" for his skills in writing it?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

The legislative branch does what?

• Makes the laws

• Enforce the laws

• Interprets the laws

The executive branch does what?

• Makes the laws

• Enforces the laws

• Interprets the laws

The judicial branch does what?

• Makes the laws

• Enforces the laws

• Interprets the laws

Who was the first president of the United States?

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Thomas Jeffereson

• James Monroe

What major event happened during John Adam's presidency?

• Two party system emerged

• The War of 1812 caused european nations to develop respect for the United States

• He bought the Louisiana Purchase from the French

• Warned European nations to not interfere in the Americas (The Monroe Doctrine)

Who was the 2nd president of the United States

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• James Madison