Why do laws continue to Evolve Short Read 1 The U.S. Constitution Why do laws continue to Evolve Short Read 1
Evolve develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form. Ideas can evolve over time. One idea can lead to many great ideas. Synonym: develop, progress, advance Verb
Constitution a body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed. The founding fathers wrote America’s constitution. Synonym: law,rule,charter Noun
Revolutionary engaged in or promoting political revolution. America fought the British in the revolutionary war. Synonym: rebellious, Renegade Adjective
Delegates a person sent or authorized to represent others Delegates from each state were sent to the continental congress. Synonym: representative Noun
James MAdison a member of the Continental Congress. A leader in the drafting of the Constitution, he worked tirelessly for its adoption by the states, contributing several essays to The Federalist Papers. He served as president from 1809 to 1817, after Thomas Jefferson. James Madison is called the “father of the constitution”.
Debate a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward. The student’s debated the ball wall rules every recess. Synonym: discuss, argue, dispute Can be a noun or a verb
Compromise an agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions. The student’s found a compromise for the ball wall rules. Synonym: agreement, understanding Noun or a verb
Federalist A system of government in which power is divided between a national (federal) government and various regional governments. James Madison believed in a federalist approach to government.
Persuade cause (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument. Mrs. hammer persuaded her students that homework was awesome. Synonym: influence, convince verb
Bill of Rights the first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791 and guaranteeing such rights as the freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship. The constitution contains the bill of rights. Noun
Amendments a minor change in a document. The constitution contains 33 amendments. noun
Essential question Please answer in a tes paragragh why you think laws continue to evolve. Topic sentence: I think laws continue to evolve because_________________________. Explain/Example: For example,______________________________________________. Sum it up: In conclusion,__________________________________________________.