founding of trade schools in some colonies

development of different economies in the two regions

establishment of import taxes in some colonies

pattern of religious differences in the two regions

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To declare independence from all European nations

To form a social contract among themselves

To demonstrate goodwill toward local American Indians

To establish trade relations with other colonies

The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people

The establishment of courts to interpret laws and government actions

The division of power between a federal government and state governments

The power of a court to declare a law unconstitutional

Requirements of an alliance with France

Interest in conquering territories in South America

British impressment of US sailors

Abolition of state militias

the congressional power of impeachment

the presidential power to veto bills

the states' power to amend the Constitution

the Supreme Court's power of judicial review