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Constitutional Convention

Constitution of United States of America

Nonfiction | Essay / Speech | Adult | Published in 1787

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Essay Topics

1.

Identify and explain three to four ambiguous passages in the Constitution. Why might the Framers have deliberately included these ambiguities?

2.

The Constitution enshrines some protections for those accused of crimes. Why is it important for the Constitution to do so?

3.

How does the Constitution approach the existence of Indigenous Americans, enslaved peoples, and indentured servants at the time of its writing? Provide examples from the text in support of your response.