Focus Question: What were the main debates and compromises made at the Constitutional Convention? HW: Make sure you are fully prepared for the debate and your debate notetaking sheet on p. 39 is complete.

Focus Question: What were the main debates and compromises made at the Constitutional Convention? Do Now: Calhoun H.S. is creating a new government & 3rd period classes get to deliberate over new legislation in the school. Mr. Kreutzberger’s class has 34 students, Ms. Finneran’s has 15 students, Mr. Daniel’s class has 6 students.  Each class is represented by 1 vote. Is that fair? Explain your answer. What might be a better solution?

Why was the Constitution written? Weak government led to problems Declaration of Independence, 1776 Articles of Confederation, 1777 Constitutional Convention, 1787 Need for a government to avoid anarchy A stronger government was created