Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
What is the Constitution? -- Before the Constitution -- The constitutional convention -- Debate and compromise -- The great compromise -- Balancing power -- The legislative branch -- The executive branch -- The judicial branch -- State and federal governments -- Changes to the Constitution -- The bill of rights -- Approving the Constitution.
Summary:
Explains what the United States Constitution is and why it is so important.
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