Bell ringer, 1-22 Please read pages 52-54 ;Please copy statements and fill in the blanks. Also, planners should be on your table. The Constitutional Convention began in Philadelphia’s -------- on May 25, 1787. Two of the delegates to the Convention, ----- & ----- later became Presidents of the USA. The delegates agreed that ----- should preside over the Convention. The participants agreed to keep all discussions -----. The rule of secrecy allowed delegates to speak -----.

Today's Objective Identify the delegates who attended the Constitutional Convention Discuss the rules the delegates adopted to conduct business at the Constitutional Convention

The Road to the Constitution, pg 52- 54 Soon after the Revolution ends serious problems emerge with the --------------- -------- Why?

The Road to the Constitution, pg 52- 54 Because of problems, each state sends delegates to a ------ ------- to fix flaws of the Articles of Confederation What?

The Road to the Constitution, pg 52- 54 Delegates meet in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Independence Hall. Each state sends delegates except for ------ ------- (Q). Where?

The Road to the Constitution, pg 52- 54 The ----- men who met in May of 1787 were an extraordinary group: 8 signers of the DOI; 7 governors (Q); and 41 members of Continental Congress When?

The Road to the Constitution, pg 52- 54 Who?

The Road to the Constitution, pg 52- 54 Future President Thomas Jefferson Serving as a minister to France (Q) Future President John Adams Serving as minister To Great Britain (Q) Patrick Henry, Elected to serve but Was against Convention and stayed home (Q) (T) Who wasn't?

Chapter 3 Vocab A system in which Each branch of Government is able To check, or Restrain the power Of the others The notion that Power lies with The people. Pgs 85-93 Powers that Congress has That are Specifically Listed in the “C” The split of Authority among The “E”, “L”, and “J” branches Powers that are Shared by state And federal governments Powers that the “C” Does not give to the National government That are kept by the States. Principle that The law applies to Everyone, even Those who Govern. The first Ten amendments To the Constitution

First Decision Second Decision Appoint George Washington As the President of Convention (q) (t) Second Decision Meetings could not be Held unless delegates From 7 states were Present (q)

Third Decision Fourth Decision Decisions must be Majority vote, one State gets one vote Fourth Decision Meetings held in secret (q) To allow delegates To speak freely

Bell ringer, 1-26 Please copy the questions. (8); Also have planners out and on your table. What does the legislative branch of the government do? How did the Virginia Plan differ from the New Jersey Plan? What was the Great Compromise? What two arguments resulted in the Electoral College Compromise?

Bell ringer, 1-26 What does the electoral college do? Please copy the questions. (8); Also have planners out and on your table. What does the electoral college do? What were the different viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists? What was the purpose of The Federalist? What promise helped to get the Constitution ratified?

Today's Objective Describe the plans of government offered by delegates at the Constitutional Convention Identify the compromises agreed upon by the delegates

Virginia Plan New Jersey Plan Designed by --------- Presented by ------- Government with 3 Branches (E, L, J) Government with 3 Branches (E, L, J) Legislature would be -------- and based on States --------- Legislature would be ---------- and based On ----------- ------, ------, ----- and ------- loved plan; small States, not so much --------, ---, and -------- love plan; Other states, not so much

Video- Our Living Constitution Bell ringer, 1-27-10 Please copy the questions. (10); Also have planners out and on your table. From what state is the author of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson? Who was considered “First in war, first in peace, first in the heart of his countrymen”? In what year did Benjamin Franklin die? Which member of the Convention later becomes the 4th president of the USA? What are the three branches of government created at the Convention? Video- Our Living Constitution

Video- Our Living Constitution Bell ringer, 1-27-10 Please copy the questions. (10); Also have planners out and on your table. Article Three of the Constitution creates which branch of government? How many states had to ratify the Constitution for it to become official? When were the Bill of Rights ratified by the states? What is one of the strengths of the Constitution? Which amendment gave women the right to vote? Video- Our Living Constitution

Today's Objective Describe the plans of government offered by delegates at the Constitutional Convention Identify the compromises agreed upon by the delegates

Daily Planner Bell ringer The Great Compromise Video – Our Constitution Media Center

Constitutional Compromise After six weeks of debate, Roger Sherman (T) proposes A compromise … A Senate With equal Represent- ation To please The small states A House based On popula- tion To please the bigger states Great Compromise (T)

Constitutional Compromise Questions about How to calculate 550,000 Enslaved African Americans In South North opposed idea Of Counting slaves; South wanted the slaves to Count but not vote …

Constitutional Compromise Delegates finally agreed To count enslaved African-Americans as 3/5 of a Person to determine representation in Congress The Three-Fifths Compromise (T)

Bell ringer, 1-28 What is the subject of the map? Please copy the questions (5); Use the map on page 88 to answer. Please have planners on your table! What is the subject of the map? What color are the 13 states? What is the name of the large western territory unclaimed by any states? Along which of the Great Lakes did the British hold forts? What other countries claimed land near the United States?

Today's Objective Describe the plans of government offered by delegates at the Constitutional Convention Identify the compromises agreed upon by the delegates

Dates to remember Media Center, Wednesday, 1-27 Chapter 2 test – Thursday, 1-28 Star Crunch Party, Friday, 1-29

Daily Planner Bell ringer The Great Compromise Video – Our Constitution Media Center

Virginia Plan New Jersey Plan Designed by --------- Presented by ------- Government with 3 Branches (E, L, J) Government with 3 Branches (E, L, J) Legislature would be -------- and based on States --------- Legislature would be ---------- and based On ----------- ------, ------, ----- and ------- loved plan; small States, not so much --------, ---, and -------- love plan; Other states, not so much

Constitutional Compromise After six weeks of debate, __________ (T) proposes A compromise … A Senate With ______ Represent- ation To please The small states A House based On _______ To please the bigger states Great Compromise (T)

Constitutional Compromise Questions about How to calculate 550,000 ______ ______ Americans In South _____ opposed idea Of Counting slaves; ______ wanted the slaves to Count but not vote …

Constitutional Compromise Delegates finally agreed To count enslaved African-Americans as _______ of a Person to determine representation in Congress The Three-Fifths Compromise (T)

Bell ringer, 1-29 Please copy questions (5); Use chart on page 90 to answer. Please have planners on table! Which rights or freedoms were included in all four documents? Which right or freedom is found only in the Bill of Rights? Which document does not include right against unreasonable search or seizure? Which document does not prohibit cruel or unusual punishment? Which document is the most recent?

Daily Planner Bell ringer Outline – Approving the Constitution 8 questions you should know Video – The Constitution

Approving the Constitution, pg 58-59 A, Summer of 1787 Sept. ---- 1787, the “C” is ready to sign 2. All but ---- of the delegates present sign it B. Win Ratification Decided that each state would set up --------- to ratify the document 2. When ----- of 13 voted yes, “C” would become law of the land C. Divided Public 1. Supporters were called -------- 2. Favored a system of government called ----------

Approving the Constitution, pg 58-59 D. The Federalists Argued that USA would not ------- without a strong national government 2. Argued their position in --------- E. The Anti Federalists Felt the “C” gave too much ----- to national Government & took too much away from states 2. Objected to no ------ F. Agreement 1. Agreed that a Bill of Rights was needed 2. June 21, 1788, ------- is 9th state To ratify and “C” takes full effect

8 questions you should know (Ch 3, Section 1) The participants At the Convention Agreed to keep all Discussions what? Which notable Leader was not At the Convention? Which delegate Was against the Constitution And refused to Attend? At 81, who was The oldest delegate To attend the Constitution? 7 of the delegates To the Convention Were former what? Which delegates To the Convention Went on to become President of the USA? (2) Which state chose Not to take part in The Constitutional Convention Which delegate Kept a notebook Of daily events? Pg 52-54

8 questions … (Ch 3, Section 2) Name of plan that Called for states to Be represented Equally in government? Group of people Named by each State legislature To select President And Vice President Which plan Allowed that for Every 5 slaves To count as 3 Free persons? What term refers To a form of Government in In which power is Divided between States and federal government Branch of Government that Carries out laws. Name of plan That called for States to be Represented based On population. Anti – Federalists Opposed the “C” Because it did not Have a what? What plan for Government did Roger Sherman Create? Pgs 55-59

Bell ringer, 2-1 Which branch of government did the Constitution add? Please copy the questions (5); Use the chart on page 84 to answer. Please have planners on your table! Which branch of government did the Constitution add? According to the “C”, which branch of settles disputes between states? What are three additional powers does the Constitution give the Legislature? According to the “C”, which branch can make treaties with other countries? According to the chart, how many states must agree to amend the Articles of Confederation?

Today's Objective Describe how the Constitution is organized. Explain what three parts of the Constitution accomplish

8 questions you should know (Ch 3, Section 1) Which delegate Was against the Constitution And refused to Attend? The participants At the Convention Agreed to keep all Discussions what? Which notable Leader was not At the Convention? At 81, who was The oldest delegate To attend the Constitution? 7 of the delegates To the Convention Were former what? Which delegates To the Convention Went on to become President of the USA? (2) Which state chose Not to take part in The Constitutional Convention Which delegate Kept a notebook Of daily events? Pg 52-54

The Constitution and Its Parts, pg 82-85 Purpose of “C” is to provide a f_________ for government Highest ________ in the nation & basic law of the United States

The Constitution and Its Parts, pg 82-85 _______ (T) tells why Constitution was written. It consists of one single Sentence… Power Comes from ________; Government depends on _______ & is here To serve the ________

The Constitution and Its Parts, pg 82-85 ________ will have all the lawmaking Authority according To Article I Article I (T) Says that Congress shall be made Of two houses – ______ & _______ Article I list ______ that Congress has and Does not have Congress may collect taxes, regulate Trade, coin money & declare ______

8 questions … (Ch 3, Section 2) Name of plan that Called for states to Be represented Equally in government? Group of people Named by each State legislature To select President And Vice President Which plan Allowed that for Every 5 slaves To count as 3 Free persons? What term refers To a form of Government in In which power is Divided between States and federal government Branch of Government that Carries out laws. Name of plan That called for States to be Represented based On population. Anti – Federalists Opposed the “C” Because it did not Have a what? What plan for Government did Roger Sherman Create? Pgs 55-59

Bell ringer, 2-2 Read pages 85-6; Copy & fill in blanks. We will exchange & grade in 8 minutes. The first ten amendments to the Constitution are known as the _____. The _____ was passed in 1913 to allow Congress to collect an income tax. Constitutional amendments ____ many of our freedoms. The process for making an amendment to the Constitution is outlined in _____. Once a national amendment has been proposed, _____ of the state must ratify it. Only one amendment, _____, has been by means of state convention.

The Constitution and Its Parts, pg 82-85 Article II provides For an _________ Or law enforcing Branch Powers include Commanding ______, dealing with other Countries (T) & Appointing officials Article II explains how These leaders are elected And _______ from office

The Constitution and Its Parts, pg 82-85 Article III provides For a Judicial Branch to ______ And apply laws May hear cases About ________, Federal laws And disputes between states Article III calls for one _______ Court and such Lower courts as needed

Video – Living Constitution Bell ringer 2-03 Video – Living Constitution Please copy the questions. (10); Please have planners out and on your table. What is a constitution? What is a confederation? Who had most of the power under the Articles of Confederation? What was the capital of the United States in 1785? Who was the most important delegate at the Constitutional Convention?

Video – Living Constitution Bell ringer 2-03 Video – Living Constitution Please copy the questions. (10); Please have planners out and on your table. What three principles are the Constitution based upon? How can Congress override a President’s veto? What is the opening of the Constitution called? Which article it clear that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land? What five freedoms are guaranteed in the First Amendment?

The Constitution and Its Parts Article IV All states Must respect laws, ______ _______, and Records of other states Declares that the _________ is the “Supreme Law of the Land”; Article VI States how ____________ To the Constitution Are to be made Article V States that the Constitution would Take effect when __ states had ratified it

Bell ringer 2-04 Why are amendments to the Constitution necessary? GR 3-3 Please copy the questions. (10); Please have planners out and on your table. Why are amendments to the Constitution necessary? What is the Preamble, and why was it written? What types of powers does the necessary and proper clause give to Congress? What are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution called? What is the main purpose of the United States Constitution?

Bell ringer 2-04 Why does the government collect an income tax? GR 3-3 Please copy the questions. (10); Please have planners out and on your table. Why does the government collect an income tax? In what two ways can an amendment to the U.S. Constitution be ratified? What do the first three articles of the Constitution describe? Which amendment to the Constitution was ratified by means of a state convention? Which branch of government has the final authority on interpreting the Constitution?

Interpreting the Constitution, pg 86 1. “C” has been amended ____ times 2. Other changes have taken place through ______________ B. Necessary and Proper Clause (86) _______ & ______ clause allows Congress to use powers not specifically listed in “C” 2. Powers are known as “_____ ______” C. Disagreements (86) ________  some feel that Congress should be Allowed to make laws the “C” does not forbid 2. _______  Congress should make only laws Mentioned in the Constitution

D. Supreme Court (86) 1. Has final ______ on interpreting the “C” 2. Sometimes Court is loose interpretation; Sometimes strict interpretation E. Congressional & Presidential Actions “C” allows _____ to impeach, or accuse, federal Officials; Senate determines guilt or innocence 2. Congress has investigated ______ people F. Presidents Interpreting -----, death of William Henry Harrison, 1st President to die in office; no clear rules in “C” 2.

1. Government today is different from 1787 F. Interpretation Through Custom “C” has changed through ________ that have developed 2. “C” does not mention _____ ______ but they Are an important part of political system today F. Government today 1. Government today is different from 1787 2. Basic structure and principals of government Will no doubt remain

Please copy the questions. (8) Bell ringer 2-05 Please copy the questions. (8) For what purpose did the delegates to the Constitutional Convention originally meet? (52) Why did the convention delegates decide to keep the proceedings secret?(53) What two competing plans did delegates to the Constitutional Convention debate? (56) Explain the Three-Fifths Compromise. (57)

Please copy the questions. (8) Bell ringer 2-05 Please copy the questions. (8) What do the first three articles of the Constitution do? (82) What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called and what do they do? (85) What 5 fundamental principles are embodied by the Constitution? (89) Explain the differences among expressed, reserved and concurrent powers. (92-93)

Separation of Powers Influenced by Framers divided Government into ------ Branches, each with Different functions. Influenced by -----------; believed Best way to protect liberty Was to separate functions Of government... Separation of Powers

Rule of Law To limit power of ----- & ------- governments, “C” states what They can & cannot do. Law applies to ------, Even those who govern; No one may break the law Or escape its reach Rule of Law

Checks and Balances To keep any 1 branch Each branch Of government from Becoming too powerful, The “C” included ------- & ------- Each branch Is able to check or Restrain the ------ of The other branches Checks and Balances

Bell ringer, 2-8 Read pages 90-93b; Copy & fill in blanks. We will exchange & grade in 8 minutes. . The Framers firmly believed that the ----- should be strong but not too strong. The Framers were influenced by the French political philosopher -------. The split of authority among the ------, ------, and ------ branches is called separation of powers. The President can veto laws proposed by ------ and name federal judges. Congress can block presidential appointments and ------.

8 questions you should know (Section 3-3) The introduction to the Constitution is Called what? What is an Important Source of Money for the Government? Pgs. 82-87 The abilities that Congress exercises That are not Listed in the Constitution are Known as what? Which article of The “C” lists the Specific powers That the Congress Does and does Not Have? Which article of the “C” discusses Relationships between The states? Which article of The “C” states that 9 states had to Ratify the “C” B4 it becomes law. Which article Of “C” set forth The procedure For making Amendments? Which article of The “C” declares the “C” the “supreme Law of the Land.”?

Article _____ includes Federalism, pg 92 Federalism Supremacy Of the Constitution Dividing Power Powers granted to National government ________ powers Power is shared by ______ government And the _______ Article _____ includes A supremacy clause Powers that the “C” Does not give to National are kept by The state ( _______ Powers) Each level of Government has _______ over people At the same time The principles of The “C” ensure Government _______ As well as power Powers that both Level of governments Can exercise are ________ powers

8 questions you should know (ch. 3-4 ) The split of authority Among the branches Is called what? Powers that both Levels of government Can exercise are Called what? Pg 89-93 The idea that the Law applies to Everyone, even those Who govern is Called what? Right to establish Schools and make Rules concerning Marriage and Divorce are what Type of power? Notion that power Lies with the People is known as? One of the Provisions the “C” Makes to ensure Sovereignty of The people is the what? The branch of Government that Has the right to Veto laws is Called? Powers specifically Granted to the National Government are Called what?