Question

transition to the constitution

1. in 1787, delegates from 12 states met to create a new document, the _.
2. this document became the framework for the united states government we know _.

reflection questions

1. why were the articles of confederation considered a weak form of government?
2. how did shays rebellion demonstrate the need for a stronger national government?
3. what were some of the challenges in creating and ratifying the articles of confederation?

Explanation:

1. In 1787, delegates from 12 states met at the Constitutional Convention and created the United States Constitution.
2. The US Constitution established the framework for the US government with its three - branch system and division of powers.
3. The Articles of Confederation were weak because the central government had no power to tax, regulate commerce, or enforce laws effectively. States had more power than the central government.
4. Shays' Rebellion, an armed uprising by farmers, showed that the national government under the Articles of Confederation was too weak to maintain order and protect property rights, thus demonstrating the need for a stronger national government.
5. Challenges in creating and ratifying the Articles of Confederation included disputes over representation, fear of a strong central government, and difficulties in getting all states to agree on the terms.

Answer:

1. United States Constitution
2. The United States Constitution
3. The central government had limited powers like no power to tax, regulate commerce or enforce laws effectively; states had more power.
4. It showed the national government was too weak to maintain order and protect property rights.
5. Disputes over representation, fear of strong central government, difficulties in getting all - state agreement.