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Creation of our Government
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House of Burgesses
The first legislative assembly of elected representatives in North America it set the stage for American democracy. -
Mayflower Compact
A set of rules for self-governance established by the English settlers who traveled to the New World -
Common Sense Published
Sparked revolutionary thoughts for colonists in America. -
Declaration of Independence Signed
Declared independence from British rule and summarized the colonists' motivation fro seeking independence. -
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Articles of Confederation Ratified
An agreement among the 13 original states of the U.S.A that served as its first constitution -
Three-Fifths Compromise
The population of slaves would be counted as three-fifths in total when voting or paying taxes. -
New Jersey Plan
An option on how the United States would be governed. Each state would have one vote in Congress instead of the number of votes being based on population. -
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Constitutional Convention
A gathering for the purpose of writing a new constitution or revising an existing constitution. -
Virginia Plan
First document to suggest a separation of powers into executive, legislative, and judicial branches -
Constitution Signed
Established a strong federal government and provided separation of power in the government as well rights to citizens.