Exploring the Foundations of the U.S. Constitution

The original government created by the Continental Congress was set up by what document?

• Articles of Confederation
• Declaration of Independence
• Bill of Rights
• Emancipation Proclamation

In order for decisions to be made at least ___ out of 13 needed to approve it.

• 9

• 10

• 5

• 7

How many branches of government did the constitution make?

Why do you think the construction created 3 branches of government?

The first 10 amendments in the constitution are called the