unit 3 TCI test review EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION

After the American Revolution, what did congress fear about strong central government? - It would take away people's rights What was affected by the land ordinance of 1785 - the northwest territory What is a long term affect of the ordinance ? - allowed areas to apply to become states Why is Shay's rebellion important? - It led to the passage of the new constitution What was the original purpose of the constitutional convention in May 1787. - To discuss ways to improve the articles of confederation The father of the constitution is James Madison because.. - he was most prepared and led discussions. What was the greatest challenge for the delegates @ the constitutional convention? - How to balance large and small states What was the name of the group that supported the new constitution? - federalists The delegates to the Constitutional Convention gave the job of choosing a chief executive to who? - The electoral college What was the major concern of opponents to the constitution? - Giving up power to form a stronger union What is affected by state population? - House of RepresentativesWhat did the great compromise decide? - Representation in Congress The Virginia and New Jersey plans had what in common? - 3 branches of government What is a republic? - A country led by elected representatives.