This unit contains activities for the Early Government time period. Items include a great short script for students to act out on Shay's Rebellion, a RAFT activity on the ratification of the Constitution, a debate between Hamilton and Jefferson, an essay test (used with 8th grade Honors) which can be used as a test or as learning targets for students to learn about independently. Additionally, a rubric is included for classrooms using personalized learning so students can self-evaluate their learning.