| A | B |
|---|
| constitution | document that sets out laws and principles for a government |
| Why a constitution? | Spells out the rights of citizens and limits power of government |
| Government power divided between... | legislative and executive branches |
| executed | to carry out laws |
| bill of rights | a list of freedoms for the people |
| want to vote then... | 21/own property or pay taxes |
| Articles of Confederation | First national constitution |
| Powers of Articles of Confederation | declare war, appoint military officers, coin money |
| Thing omitted in Art. of Confereration | President and court system |
| Cumberland Gap | Opening through the Appalachian Mountains that allowed settlers to move west. |
