1. 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.

2. 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?

3. 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