chapter 1 and 2 test short answer ?'s

what are the achievements of the articles of confederation

created a confederation of 13 states, established a fair and consistent policy for settling the land West of the Appalachian Mountains, Congress, could make war/peace, Send/receive ambassadors, make treaties, maintain an Army and Navy, Regulate indian affairs, set up post offices, settle some state disputes.

what are the 3 parts of the declaration of independence

1. Starts with a statement on its purpose and basic human rights

2. Middle is a list of complaints against King George III

3. Last is the colonists decision for independence

what is shays rebellion (causes, effects)

Daniel Shay led a group and closed the Massachusetts State Supreme Court

• Massachusetts militia put down the rebellion but it led to questions about American leadership

who was the first elected president and vp

pres: george washy vp: john adams

what was the Connecticut compromise

 Suggested the Legislative Branch should have 2 parts

1. House of Representatives - Based on population and all laws on taxes and spending would start here

2. Senate - 2 Members from each state and give equal representation for smaller states