Understanding the Constitution for Your APUSH Exam: Key Points & Compromises

The Constitution was born out of the need to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Key compromises like the Great Compromise and the 3/5 Compromise shaped its structure. Issues such as a weak central government and economic challenges were tackled through the ratification process. The debate over ratification, Federalist Papers, and the addition of the Bill of Rights were crucial steps in shaping America's foundational document.

• Constitution
• APUSH
• Compromises
• Ratification
• Federalist Papers

ash_p Follow

Uploaded on Oct 07, 2024 | 0 Views

Download Presentation

Please find below an Image/Link to download the presentation.

The content on the website is provided AS IS for your information and personal use only. It may not be sold, licensed, or shared on other websites without obtaining consent from the author. Download presentation by click this link. If you encounter any issues during the download, it is possible that the publisher has removed the file from their server.

Presentation Transcript

1. Everything You Need To Know About The Constitution For Your APUSH Exam APUSH REVIEW APUSH REVIEW: : CONSTITUTION CONSTITUTION

2. Why the need for the Constitution? Weak Central government under Articles of Confederation No Executive Branch Weak Judicial Branch Poor economy; Tariffs and different currency discouraged trade Shays Rebellion Philadelphia (Constitutional) Convention

3. Key Compromises Great Compromise: Combination of ideas from VA and NJ Plans Created bicameral legislature House = based on rep., Senate = equal rep. 3/5 Compromise 60% of slaves would count towards representation in Congress Slave Trade Compromise Slave importation will end in 1808 Commerce Compromise: US could tax imports, but not exports

4. I was always elected Key Aspects of Constitution by STATE LEGISLATURES, never the people. Separation of Powers: Prevent one branch from becoming too powerful Baron de Montesquieu Electoral College: Elects the president Election of Senators: Originally done by state legislatures Not until the 17thamendment (Progressive Era) do citizens vote for Senators The Elastic Clause : Allowed Congress to make laws that are Necessary and proper

5. What issues from the Articles did the Constitution fix? Politically: Stronger central government Economically: States could NOT have own currency States cannot tax goods from other states

6. Debate Over Ratification Federalist Papers: 85 total John Jay, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison Written to support ratification of the Constitution Bill of Rights: Not part of original Constitution Added to gain support of anti-federalists

7. Whiskey Rebellion Farmers in PA were affected by the Excise Tax Washington called in the military to end the rebellion Demonstrated the strength of the new federal government

8. Thanks for watching! Subscribe to my channel Help spread the word Good luck on your tests! If you don t spread the word, I will rebel.