7 Questions
Who were the chief proponents of creating a new Frame of Government at the Constitutional Convention?
James Madison and Alexander Hamilton
Who was elected as the President of the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington
Where did the Constitutional Convention take place?
Philadelphia
What was the original purpose of the Constitutional Convention?
To revise the Articles of Confederation
What was the result of the Constitutional Convention?
Creation of the Constitution of the United States
What was the guiding principle of the Articles of Confederation?
The preservation of the independence and sovereignty of the states
What did the Articles of Confederation establish in terms of government power?
A weak central government with limited powers
Test your knowledge on the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and its impact on the creation of a new system of government. Explore the key players, debates, and outcomes of this pivotal event in American history.
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