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The Constitution | BRI’s Homework Help Series

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Why did the Articles of Confederation fail? In our eighth episode, we tackle the Articles of Confederation and the need for a Constitution at the Constitutional Convention. Learn how the US Constitution made provisions for a stronger federal government, state rights and powers, and personal rights formally known as the Bill of Rights.

Have you ever looked at your teacher with a puzzled face when they explain history? I know we have. In our new Homework Help Series we break down history into easy to understand 5 minute videos to support a better understanding of American History.

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Published On	Oct 17, 2017
Duration	5 min
Founding Principle	Natural/Inalienable Rights, Due Process, Federalism, Separation of Powers, Limited Government
Grade Level	6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Period Era	1780s
Topic	Constitution, Articles of Confederation
Virtues	Self-Governance

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