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Declaration of Independence
It gave the people rights (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness) People can change or abolish government if not working. -
Articles of Confederation
The states had power. The government waged war for independence against Britain. It was not successful. -
Proposed Plans
Plans:
-Virginia Plan- proposed a bicameral legislative branch
-New Jersey Plan- state equal representation -
Compromises
Compromises:
-3/5 Compromise- every slaves is counted as 3/5 of a person
-Great Compromise- one rep per state -
Ratification of the Constitution
9 out of 13 states must ratify the document
2 groups formed, Federalist and Anti-federalist
2 big ideas came out of, Bill of Rights and stronger national government
