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This 11-card flashcard set covers key concepts from the formation of U.S. government for 7th Grade civics. Topics include checks and balances, federalism, the three branches of government, James Madison, and pivotal Constitutional compromises such as the Great Compromise, Virginia Plan, New Jersey Plan, and Three-Fifths Compromise. Use it for civics review, test preparation, or as a study aid for a unit on the Constitution and founding principles.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
Civics
Grade Level:
7th Grade
Updated May 2026

Terms in This Set

  • checks and balances
  • executive branch
  • federalism
  • Great Compromise
  • James Madison
  • judicial branch
  • legislative branch
  • New Jersey Plan
  • popular sovereignty
  • Three-Fifths Compromise
  • Virginia Plan

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