The Constitutional Convention of 1787
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Who were the chief proponents of creating a new Frame of Government at the Constitutional Convention?

  • Alexander Hamilton and George Washington
  • James Madison and Alexander Hamilton (correct)
  • James Madison and Thomas Jefferson
  • George Washington and James Madison

    • Who was elected as the President of the Constitutional Convention?

  • John Adams
  • George Washington (correct)
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • Thomas Jefferson

    • Where did the Constitutional Convention take place?

  • Boston
  • New York City
  • Washington D.C.
  • Philadelphia (correct)

    • What was the original purpose of the Constitutional Convention?

    <p>To revise the Articles of Confederation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the Constitutional Convention?

    <p>Creation of the Constitution of the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the guiding principle of the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>The preservation of the independence and sovereignty of the states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Articles of Confederation establish in terms of government power?

    <p>A weak central government with limited powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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