You will answer the questions provided below in a short paragraph consisting of at least 6-8 sentences. Answer each part of the question, make sure to elaborate on your ideas and not just provide a short response .
Student Learning Outcome(s):
1.Explain the origin and development of constitutional democracy in the United States.
2.Demonstrate knowledge of the federal system.
3.Describe separation of powers and checks and balances in both theory and practice.
Core Objective(s):
Critical Thinking
Written Communication
1.Describe and analyze the conflicts and compromises that occurred during the drafting of the Constitution. What was the main source of conflict between large and small states, and how did the Great Compromise resolve it? What was the nature of the conflict regarding slavery during the Philadelphia convention? How did the Three-Fifths Compromise address this conflict?
2.The framers clearly envisioned a smaller role for the national government than what is presently the case. How have society and technology changed to allow or require greater national government control over the states?
3.The separation of powers & federalism are two key features of the Constitution. Discuss why the Founders chose to include these institutional arrangements in the Constitution and how they function. In your answer, be sure to define what is meant by the separation of powers and federalism and to describe how each functions in the American political system.
