Chapter 25 Section 1

The Cold War BeginsCreating the Constitution (1781–1789)

Chapter Introduction

This chapter will cover the state of the young American nation after the Revolution. It will discuss the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation as the reasons for a new constitution. Lastly, it will detail the major people and ideas behind the drafting and ratification of the United States Constitution.

Chapter 5: Creating the Constitution, Introduction

• Section 1: A Confederation of States

• Section 2: Drafting the Constitution

• Section 3: Ratifying the Constitution

Chapter 25 Section 1

The Cold War BeginsCreating the Constitution (1781–1789)

Chapter Introduction

• Explain how the states’ new constitutions reflected republican ideals.

• Describe the structure and powers of the national government under the Articles of Confederation.

• Summarize the Congress’s plan for the settlement and governance of western lands.

• List the main weaknesses of the Articles.

Section 1: A Confederation of States, Objectives

Chapter 25 Section 1

The Cold War BeginsCreating the Constitution (1781–1789)

Chapter Introduction

• Understand the reasons leaders called for the Constitutional Convention.

• Summarize the rival plans of government proposed at the convention.

• Describe the compromises made in order to reach agreement on the Constitution.

Section 2: Drafting the Constitution, Objectives

Chapter 25 Section 1

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Chapter Introduction

• Summarize the arguments for and against ratification of the Constitution.

• Describe how the Constitution was ratified.

• Explain the principles of the Constitution.

Section 3: Ratifying the Constitution, Objectives