Social Studies Standard IV, United States History
Lesson 420, A New Nation
Understanding Washington’s presidency
Understanding political parties
Understanding the Northwest Ordinance
Knowing philosophers’ influence on American thought
Understanding John Adams’ presidency
Understanding the post-Revolution economy
Understanding the Articles of Confederation
Understanding the problems facing the government under the Articles
Understanding the slavery issue
Understanding the debate over representation
Knowing the Bill of Rights
Understanding Jay’s Treaty
Understanding the Enlightenment’s influence on American thought
Knowing Montesquieu’s influence on the U.S. Constitution