Constitutional Convention

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Having two branches or chambers

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Bicameral

Front

Why is James Madison known as the “Father of the Constitution”?

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He wrote the first draft of the Constitution.

Front

According to the Constitution, what percentage of enslaved people could count toward a state's population?

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60% (3/5)

Front

State that refused to attend the Constitutional Convention

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Rhode Island

Front

What type of people were at the Constitutional Convention?

Back

Wealthy, white and educated men

Front

When people give up some of what they want so that they can all agree, this is called ____________.

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a compromise

Front

Before the U.S. Constitution was ratified, the United States was governed by which document?

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Articles of Confederation

Front

What was the name of the compromise made between the large and small states?

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The Great Compromise

Front

Which Plan was favored by small states?

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New Jersey Plan

Front

Who was happy with the Virginia plan?

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Large States