The US Constitution established a government with endless power over the individual states.

The Virginia Plan was created by James Madison and called for larger states to have more representation in congress.

Who Am I? “Father” of the Constitution Creator of the Virginia Plan I wanted a strong, central government

Who Am I? Oldest delegate at the Constitutional Convention I influenced the writer of the Constitution with my words Anti-slavery Supporter of the Great Compromise

Who Am I? President of the Constitutional Convention I kept the delegates on task Delegates trusted me because I helped to lead the Continental Army during the American Revolution

Make Laws

Decide how many days students go to school each year

Declare War

Issue driver's licenses

Borrow Money

The US government system is based on