US GOV TEST

First constitution of the United States. Failed and replaced.

Articles of Confederation

Like Congress under Articles. Government by representatives.

republic

One success of Congress under Articles. Law established how to become a state and organized new territories.

Northwest Ordinance

Term for independent country. States after American Revolution.

sovereign

Challenge threatening U.S. economy. Congress needed taxes to solve.

debt

Massachusetts's farmers violent protest. Shocked Founders.

Shay's Rebellion

Settled debate about slaves counting toward state population.

3/5 Compromise

Awarding congressional representatives based on population.

proportional representation

Compromise settling debate over representation in Congress.Created bicameral legislature and three-branch government.

Great Compromise

Plan of government. Written rules and structure for a government.

constitution