Must Knows

Formation of an American Republic

Unit 2

 

 

Historical Research
A) The following terms all deal with the formation of the American Republic. These are all terms to be very familiar with (and to understand their historical significance):

 

  1. Articles of Confederation
    1. Emphasis on ‘New American System’
    2. Define Confederation
    3. Bicameral legislature
    4. Division of powers
    5. Representation
    6. Western Expansion
    7. Unworkable Articles
    8. Shay’s Rebellion
  2. Philadelphia Convention 1787

a.       Mechanics (who was there, not there, etc)

b.      Main purpose of Convention

c.       Who was given what powers

d.      Plans: Virginia, New Jersey, Connecticut “Great Compromise”

e.       Slave issue

  1. Federalism

a.       Delegated Powers

b.      Reserve Powers

c.       Concurrent Powers

d.      Checks and Balances

e.       Electoral College

f.        Constitution

g.       Bill of Rights

  1. 1st Presidencies

a.       Federalism

b.      Birth of Political Parties

c.       Washington Presidency

d.      Adams Presidency

e.       Jefferson Presidency

f.        Alien Sedition Acts