Constitutional Convention of 1787 Quiz
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What was the primary aim of the delegates at the Constitutional Convention of 1787?

  • To create a framework for state sovereignty
  • To draft a new set of state constitutions
  • To amend the Articles of Confederation (correct)
  • To establish a monarchy in the United States

Which plan proposed a legislative branch with two chambers based on state population?

  • Massachusetts Plan
  • Virginia Plan (correct)
  • Connecticut Plan
  • New Jersey Plan

How does the Senate's representation differ from that of the House of Representatives?

  • Senate represents only large states, House represents small states
  • Senate representation is based on population, House is equal
  • Senate has equal representation, House is based on population (correct)
  • Senate has more members than the House

What requirement must be met for the Constitution to be amended?

<p>Agreement from three-quarters of the states (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What principle was established regarding the relationship between federal and state laws?

<p>Federal laws take precedence over state laws (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the key requirements for the new government after independence?

<p>Must allow citizens to have a say (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major flaw of the Articles of Confederation?

<p>It lacked the power for Congress to collect taxes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Articles of Confederation affect state governance?

<p>It allowed each state to retain its independence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary concern of citizens regarding a new central government?

<p>Fear of losing individual rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the Articles of Confederation was praised by some citizens?

<p>State retention of power and independence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did different states face post-independence?

<p>Diverse needs and economic focuses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was required to make changes to the Articles of Confederation?

<p>Consensus from all states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the heavy-handed British rule influence the colonists to desire in their new government?

<p>A government with limited powers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Confederation

A group of individuals united for a common purpose.

Articles of Confederation

A document outlining how the 13 states would be governed as one nation.

Congress of the Confederation

A lawmaking body with representatives from each state.

Power to enforce laws and collect taxes

The ability of a government to enforce its laws and collect taxes.

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Fear of a strong central government

The fear of a central government having too much power.

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Frustration with the weak government

The exhaustion and frustration with the weak government created under the Articles of Confederation.

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Differences among the states

Differences in needs, sizes, and opinions among the states.

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Just right government

The desire for a government that is strong enough to do its job but does not give anyone too much power.

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Tripartite Government

A system of government that has three branches: legislative (makes laws), executive (enforces laws), and judicial (interprets laws).

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Representation Debate

A disagreement between large states who wanted representation based on population and small states who preferred equal representation. This conflict was central to shaping the U.S. government.

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Virginia Plan

A proposed plan for the U.S. government that favored larger states by proposing a legislative branch with two chambers where representation would be based on state population.

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New Jersey Plan

A proposed plan for the U.S. government that supported smaller states by suggesting a single legislative chamber with equal representation for all states.

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Bicameral Legislature

The solution adopted for representation in the U.S. Congress. The Senate gives equal representation to each state, while the House of Representatives uses representation based on population.

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