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| This American victory was the turning point in the Revolutionary War. |
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| This was the colonial victory over forces of Lord Cornwallis that marked the end of the Revolutionary war |
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| England recognized American independence in this treaty. |
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| What advantages helped the American colonists win the Revolutionary War? |
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Colonists defense of their own land, principles, and beliefs
Support from France
Strong leadership |
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| A constitution written during the Revolution to establish the powers of the new national government was called |
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| The Articles of Confederation |
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| What were the basic weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation? |
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Provided for a weak national government
Gave Congress no power to tax or regulate commerce among the states
Provided for no common currency
Gave each state one vote regardless of size
Provided for no executive or judicial branch |
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| What kind of system of government did the Constitution establish? |
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| A federal system of government (governmoent based on power shared between the national and state governments) |
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| What is a federal system of government? |
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| A system that divides powers between the national government and the governments of the states |
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