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What was a result of multiple?
What was a result of multiple?
compromises
What was the primary way that the economy in the South differed from the economy of the North? (Select all that apply)
What was the primary way that the economy in the South differed from the economy of the North? (Select all that apply)
Which statement about the Great Compromise is accurate? (Select all that apply)
Which statement about the Great Compromise is accurate? (Select all that apply)
Why did the state delegates meet in 1787? (Select all that apply)
Why did the state delegates meet in 1787? (Select all that apply)
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Which statement about the northern states in the 1780s is accurate? (Select all that apply)
Which statement about the northern states in the 1780s is accurate? (Select all that apply)
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Why did the Great Compromise and the Three-Fifths Compromise involve so much debate and discussion? (Select all that apply)
Why did the Great Compromise and the Three-Fifths Compromise involve so much debate and discussion? (Select all that apply)
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The issue of slavery at the Constitutional Convention was actually an issue about?
The issue of slavery at the Constitutional Convention was actually an issue about?
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What were the men who came to the Constitutional Convention referred to as?
What were the men who came to the Constitutional Convention referred to as?
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Why were delegates working to replace the Articles of Confederation? (Select all that apply)
Why were delegates working to replace the Articles of Confederation? (Select all that apply)
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In what part of the Great Compromise are the ideas of the Virginia Plan represented? (Select all that apply)
In what part of the Great Compromise are the ideas of the Virginia Plan represented? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
The Constitution and Bill of Rights Overview
- The Constitution emerged from a series of compromises among states, addressing concerns of governance and representation.
- Significant differences existed between the Southern and Northern economies, with the South primarily focused on agriculture.
The Great Compromise
- The Great Compromise merged ideas from multiple delegates, creating a more balanced approach to representation in Congress.
- It integrated elements from both the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan, impacting the structure of the legislative branch.
Delegates and the Constitutional Convention
- Delegates convened in 1787 to discuss improvements to the government system, rejecting the inadequacy of the Articles of Confederation.
- The debate over representation and the role of slavery highlighted differing regional interests, particularly between free and enslaved populations.
Economic Characteristics
- Northern states in the 1780s featured fewer large cities and relied less on enslaved labor compared to Southern states.
- Southern states' economies were predominantly agricultural, relying heavily on cash crops and enslaved labor.
Compromises and Regional Interests
- The Great Compromise and Three-Fifths Compromise led to prolonged discussions as states prioritized their unique interests, impacting national unity.
- The representation issue at the Constitutional Convention directly tied to the count of enslaved individuals in determining a state's population.
Legislative Structure
- The Virginia Plan's principles were incorporated into the bicameral structure, specifically influencing the House of Representatives, while the Senate represented state equality.
Articles of Confederation's Limitations
- The Articles of Confederation were deemed ineffective due to the creation of a weak central government, which lacked the power to enforce laws and collect taxes.
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Test your knowledge on the drafting of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights with this quiz. Explore key concepts such as compromises and regional economic differences in early America. Perfect for students of American history and government!
