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What was the primary goal of the Constitutional Convention held in 1787?
What was the primary goal of the Constitutional Convention held in 1787?
- To draft a new constitution from scratch
- To establish a monarchy in America
- To address weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation (correct)
- To reduce the power of state governments
Which state did not send representatives to the Constitutional Convention?
Which state did not send representatives to the Constitutional Convention?
- New York
- Rhode Island (correct)
- Virginia
- Massachusetts
Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the Constitution'?
Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the Constitution'?
- George Washington
- James Madison (correct)
- Alexander Hamilton
- Benjamin Franklin
What type of government system did the delegates aim to create during the Constitutional Convention?
What type of government system did the delegates aim to create during the Constitutional Convention?
Which influential leader is known for recognizing the need for a stronger national government?
Which influential leader is known for recognizing the need for a stronger national government?
What concept refers to the distribution of power among national, state, and local governments?
What concept refers to the distribution of power among national, state, and local governments?
Which notable attendees were not present at the Constitutional Convention?
Which notable attendees were not present at the Constitutional Convention?
What was one possible outcome that the Framers sought to avoid during their discussions?
What was one possible outcome that the Framers sought to avoid during their discussions?
How long did the discussions at the Constitutional Convention last?
How long did the discussions at the Constitutional Convention last?
Which of the following roles did the Framers primarily fulfill during the Constitutional Convention?
Which of the following roles did the Framers primarily fulfill during the Constitutional Convention?
Study Notes
The Birth of the Constitutional Convention
- In 1787, 55 delegates from every state except Rhode Island traveled to Philadelphia to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
- The goal was to strengthen the national government
- Alexander Hamilton recognized the need for a stronger national government
- Delegates were called “Framers” - influential leaders from the American Revolution
Notable Attendees
- Key attendees included Benjamin Franklin and George Washington
Key Players and Absentees
- James Madison is considered the “Father of the Constitution”
- Madison was the most prepared Framer, he had conducted extensive research, which he used to shape the discussions
- Notable absences included Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Patrick Henry.
Developing a Balanced Government
- Four months of discussions were held to create a balanced system of government
- The goal was to avoid the extremes of a strong monarchy or a weak confederation
- This led to the creation of federalism, a system of shared power between national, state, and local governments.
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Explore the events and key figures of the 1787 Constitutional Convention. Learn how influential leaders like Alexander Hamilton and James Madison shaped the framework of the United States government. This quiz delves into the motivations behind the convention and the debates that defined American democracy.
