15 Questions
Why did some American founders believe that the Articles of Confederation were too weak?
Because they conferred too little power to the new national government.
Why were Americans hesitant to accept a national government after fighting for their freedom?
They were worried it might hold too much power over them.
Which state did not send representatives to the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
Rhode Island
What was one of the key debates at the Constitutional Convention?
Whether to strengthen the Articles of Confederation or create an entirely new system of government
What was one of the first rules established at the Constitutional Convention?
Secrecy
Why was there a bitter discord among delegates regarding representation at the Constitutional Convention?
Large states wanted proportional representation, while small states argued for equal representation.
What was the key difference between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan?
The Virginia Plan aimed to replace the Articles of Confederation, while the New Jersey Plan sought to build on them.
What was the primary outcome of the Constitutional Convention regarding the legislative branch?
The Great Compromise established a bicameral legislature with proportional representation in both houses.
How did the Founders address concerns about electing the president at the Constitutional Convention?
An electoral college system was created where state legislatures would choose electors who voted for the president.
What was the date when New Hampshire ratified the Constitution?
June 21, 1788
What did the three-fifths compromise determine regarding the representation of slaves?
Slaves were to be counted as three-fifths of a free person.
What important step in ultimately abolishing slavery is attributed to the ban on importation of slaves agreed upon by the Founders?
Incremental abolition
What was the primary concern of those who opposed including a Bill of Rights in the Constitution?
They feared it would imply finite rights for citizens.
What did George Mason and Thomas Jefferson suggest adding to the Constitution?
Bill of Rights
Why did many of the Founders believe individuals have rights simply by virtue of being human?
As part of natural law philosophy
Learn about The Virginia Plan and The New Jersey Plan - two key proposals for a new government at the Convention. The Virginia Plan proposed a bicameral government with proportional representation, while the New Jersey Plan presented an alternative approach.
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