What were some major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

Congress had no power to tax

No strong, central government

Printing worthless money, which led to inflation

After Shay's Rebellion, what did the Continental Congress decide about the AoC?

They needed to be revised.

What was the only state that did not send a delegate to the Constitutional Convention?

Rhode Island.

Why was the Constitutional Convention closed to the public?

No one could know what they were doing.

What did the Virginia Plan call for?

One house of government, more power to larger states.

What did the New Jersey plan call for?

Two houses of government, equal power to all states.

What was the Great Compromise?

Combining both Plans together to create a plan for the constitution.

Why did Anti-Federalists oppose the Constitution?

There was no Bill of Rights.

What is the system of checks and balances?

It makes sure no one branch of government is stronger than the others.

What does federalism mean?

It's a form of government that makes sure states still have independence.

Who was the father of the Constitution

James Madison.

Who was the president of the Constitutional Convention?

George Washington.

Who were people in favor of the Constitution?

Federalists

Who were people who opposed the Constitution?

Anti-Federalists

What were the Federalist Papers?

They explained how the system of checks and balances worked.