The purpose of Blackstone's commentaries on the laws of England was to provide a source of common law that most people could read. The work was divided into four volumes: the rights of persons, the rights of things, private wrongs and public wrongs. They met a need for laws and rules at a time when both of these were very skewed and unclear. Blackstone's commentaries was important to the development of English law and the development of the American legal system.
The Land Act of 1820 helped Westerners because A. A person could purchase 80 acres of land for $100 cash. The Land Act of 1820 ended the possibility of purchasing the United States' public domain land on an installment system of four years. The land had to be purchased cash, but Congress reduced the minimum standard tract from 160 to 80 acres and reduced the minimum payment to $100.
<u>Delegate number 1:</u>
May 27, 1787
Dear Diary,
I am very proud to know that I am participating in the Constitutional Convention. I feel grateful about the fact that my input is appreciated in this event, and that I am able to do my part for my country. I also feel lucky because the states seem likely to ratify the Constitution. This is great news because the Constitution will ensure that the rights of all people are equally valued and respected.
<u>Delegate number 2:</u>
June 10, 1787
Dear Diary,
I have been in the Constitutional Convention for a few days now, and I feel very inspired. Since reading the words of Locke, I have learned to appreciate the values of natural rights, democratic rule and the rule of law. I want to be able to include these ideas in the Constitution because I believe that, by doing so, I will be able to bring an important contribution to my country.
<u>Delegate number 3:</u>
June 28, 1787
Dear Diary,
Being at the Constitutional Convention has been difficult, but also extremely rewarding. An importance challenge that we will have to face is that of determining how to correctly divide the power of the state among all the different branches of government. We will also have to discuss the best ways in which the rights of the people can be protected. I think we will solve this through the implementation of a fair Constitution. I look forward to all these methods that we will implement.
