1. This speech contains one of the most famous lines from Presidential speeches in U. S.
history: "Ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your country"
(Paragraph 26). What did Kennedy mean? What was Kennedy's purpose in including this
statement in his speech? Do you think that Americans are currently taking his advice? Why
or why not?

one of the main reasons was definitely slavery. back in 1861, republican abraham lincoln was elected and ended up being a major influence in the slavery business. slavery greatly affected the texas economy because back in 1845 during the annexation of texas, slaves became a big part of the texas population. many texans that were in favor of the secession influenced groups through party ties.

the virginia plan called for three branches of government and two houses of congress. representation in each house would be determined by population. the new jersey plan called for three branches of government and a single house of congress. each state would have an equal vote.

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