Articles of Confederation & The Constitution
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In 2 pages the author discusses the differences between the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution, and answers whether she would have supported ratification of the new Constitution as it was submitted to the states. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: PCartcon.doc

Confederation to Constitution
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A 5 page essay that argues for the powers given the federal government in the Constitution to regulate the states as opposed to the more autonomous semi-country status the states had under the Articles of Confederation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Confcons.wps

The Development of the United States Constitution
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This 6 page paper looks at the United States Constitution and compares it with the English 'Constitution.' Both forms of government are discussed as well as the balance of power in each nation. Bibliography lists 7 sources
Filename: SA011USA.rtf

The Development of the United States Government
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This 5 page paper looks at the very important Constitutional Convention in 1787 which was responsible for the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Different types of governments are discussed and the topic is introduced after an account of Shays's Rebellion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA301787.wps

The Magna Carta & The Constitution
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A 5 page essay which compares the English document with the American Constitution. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Magnacar.wps

U.S. Constitution / Economy vs. Bill of Rights
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A 6 page paper that posits that although the constitution framed at the Philadelphia Convention in 1787 is an excellent document, that the framers left a document that continues to pit people against economic rights. Touted as a democracy, individuals do not have true electoral power. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Ecnybill.wps

U.S. History, 1763-1787
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A 5 page review of the conflicts with Great Britain that led to the American Revolution, the preparation of the Articles of Incorporation and how their weaknesses led to the Constitution of the United States. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Cnamerhs.wps

America's Great Awakening / Jonathan Edwards' Infamous Sermon
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This 6 page paper analyzes the 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God' sermon delivered by New England clergyman and theologian Jonathan Edwards during a revival known as the Great Awakening in 1741. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Sinners.wps

Eighteenth Century Sovereignty and the Issue of a U.S. Central Government
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A 12 page discussion of the ideologies surrounding sovereignty which led up to the American Revolution. Discusses the desire for self government but the recognition of the need for central government. Introduces the ideologies of John Locke and Thomas Hobbes and summarizes the impact each had on our Declaration of Independence and Constitution. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPsoverg.wps