Understanding the Constitutional Convention

What was a major reason for dissatisfaction with the Articles of Confederation?

• Ineffective central government

• All states had equal power

• Too much power to the states

• Lack of a strong military

What was the main issue Daniel Shays and his followers protested?

• High taxes

• Trade restrictions

• Land confiscation

• Lack of military support

Who was a key figure advocating for a strong central government at the convention?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison

• Daniel Shays

Which state's delegate expressed concerns about losing state power under a new constitution?

• Maryland

• Connecticut

• Virginia

• New York

What compromise was proposed to balance representation in Congress?

• Connecticut Compromise

• Delaware Compromise

• Virginia Plan

• New Jersey Plan

What was a significant outcome of the Philadelphia Convention?

• Abolishment of slavery

• Reduction of federal powers

• Creation of a new constitution

• Strengthening of the Articles of Confederation

What did the Three-Fifths Compromise relate to?

• Taxation

• State laws

• Representation

• Election of the president

How did the delegates address the issue of slavery in the constitution?

• It was endorsed

• It was abolished

• It was compromised

• It was ignored

Who was elected as the first president of the United States?

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

What metaphor did Benjamin Franklin use to describe the outcome of the convention?

• A stormy sea

• A long night

• A rising sun

• A setting sun