| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Articles of Confederation | first governing document of the U. S.; written July 1776 - Nov. 1777; had a unicameral legislature with limited authority; each state had one vote in Congress; major pieces of legislation required a unanimous vote; it lacked power necessary to govern |
| Shay's Rebellion | 1) the nation was in an economic depression; 2) many farmers had to borrow money to buy land and equipment but could not afford to pay back debts; 3) banks took away farmers' land and equipment in payment of debt; 4) farmers became VERY unhappy and started a rebellion; 5) in 1786 farmers attacked and closed the courts in 2 Massachusetts counties to stop land confiscation; 6) the militia put down the rebellion; 7) people who believed in orderly government became fearful |
| republic | government in which people elect officials to represent them. |
| economic depression | a period of time when business activity slows down and unemployment increases |
| ratify | to officially approve a proposal |
| constitution | a document presenting a plan of government |
| delegates | a person elected or appointed to represent people and vote as they (the people) would |
| government | the governing body of a country or community |
| independent | not subject or dependent for support; freedom of action |
| preamble | the first part, or introduction of a document |
| representatives | a member of a legislatvie body chosen by vote of the people |
| revenue | total current income of a government |
| tax | a sum of money levied upon persons, property, or business for the support of government |
| economic depression | a period of time when business activity slows down and unemployment increases |
| republic | government in which people elect officials to represent them |
| tariff | tax on imported goods |
| commerce | exchange of goods, products, or property, as between states or nations |
| foreclosure | to take away the right to own property because the owner is unable to make payments |
| bankruptcy | failure or inability to pay just debts, complete failure, ruin |
| interstate | between states |
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