Historians, judges, and political leaders often debate how best to interpret the US Constitution. Watch a video and read an article on this debate. Make notes on the differences between loose constructionism and originalism. Fill in the table below with examples of positive and negative aspects of these competing theories.

How did thomas paine's pamphlet common sense convince reluctant americans to abandon the goal of reconciliation with britain and accept that separation from britain — independence — was the only option for preserving their liberty?

Part a: which statement identifies the central idea of the text? a: the north was more powerful than the south and was always going to be the victor of the civil war. b: despite the obvious strength of the north, the outcome of the war was unpredictable at the time. c: the united states underestimated the strength of the south, giving it the upper hand. answer !

In a story containing the following points, which would likely occur last?