DescriptionIn this unit, you will investigate the historical context in which our constitution was written. You will look at the Articles of Confederation, our nation's first form of government, and analyze the problems that led to its quick death. You will also look at the debates surrounding the writing and ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Basically, this unit is all about the Constitution. But you probably already got that.
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Interesting ArticlesHomework AssignmentsAssignment 1: Origins of Independence
Assignment 2: The Declaration of Independence
Assignment 3: The Articles of Confederation
Assignment 4: Constitutional Compromises
Assignment 5: The Madisonian Model
Assignment 6: Ratifying the Constitution
Assignment 7: The Amendment Process
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