Asked by Yvenica Staleny on Jun 20, 2024
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The United States' first written constitution was called the
A) Magna Carta.
B) Bill of Rights.
C) Articles of Confederation.
D) Declaration of Independence.
Written Constitution
A formally documented constitution that outlines the system of government and fundamental laws of a nation or state.
Magna Carta
The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, is a cornerstone document of English liberties that limited the powers of the monarch and laid the foundation for modern constitutional monarchy and principles of individual rights.
Articles of Confederation
The first constitution of the United States, ratified in 1781, which established a confederation of sovereign states with a weak central government.
- Grasp the significance of key documents and laws in the early history of the United States.
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Sabrina AllenJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Articles of Confederation were the United States' first written constitution, adopted by the Continental Congress on November 15, 1777. The Magna Carta was a document signed in 1215 in England, the Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the US Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence was a document declaring the colonies' independence from Britain.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the significance of key documents and laws in the early history of the United States.