U.S. Constitutional Convention and Federalism

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the U.S. Constitutional Convention, including its purpose, challenges faced by delegates, and the principles of Federalism.

The original purpose of the convention in May 1787 was __.

to revise the Articles of Confederation.

What was the greatest challenge for the delegates at the Constitutional Convention?

How to balance the interests of free and slave states.

The New Jersey Plan proposed that __.

all states would have equal representation.

Federalism refers to __.

the separation of power between the Federal, State, and local governments.

Why is the U.S. Constitution called a 'living document'?

Because it can be changed with time.

The Articles of Confederation were designed to __.

provide a loose alliance of states.

What was the significance of representation in the New Jersey Plan?

It ensured that all states, regardless of size, had equal representation.

Federalism is important because it __.

provides a system of governance that balances power.

The delegates faced challenges from __.

both rural and urban interests.

The Constitutional Convention of 1787 was primarily intended to __.

revise ineffective governmental structures.