1. Examining Early State Constitutions
 In class we will compare and contrast the following state constitutions:
Pennsylvania Constitution of 1776
New York Constitution of 1777
Massachusetts Constitution of 1780

2. Examining Early State Constitutions
Explain the Framework of government
ITEMS TO LOOK FOR:
1 or 2 house legislature
Term of service
Single or plural executive, or no exec.
Election of Executive
Separation of Powers or legislative supremacy
Who gets to vote?
Checks and Balances - Does the Governor have a veto?
Bill of rights (1st or last?), what rights are protected?
Any other unique features, e.g. Declarations of Independence

3. Examining Early State Constitutions 
Massachusetts Constitution