Exploring the Constitutional Convention and Its Impact

The video discusses the Constitutional Convention of 1787, focusing on how it addressed the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Key changes included the power to tax, the creation of three branches of government, and the establishment of the Commerce Clause. The Great Compromise resolved representation issues by creating a bicameral legislature. Concerns about a strong executive led to the creation of the Electoral College. The video concludes with a review of the changes and the upcoming ratification process.

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and led to the Constitutional Convention?

• The Boston Tea Party

• Shay's Rebellion

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

Which power was added to the new Constitution to address the financial issues faced under the Articles of Confederation?

• The power to regulate education

• The power to levy taxes

• The power to declare war

• The power to print money

What were the three branches of government created by the new Constitution?

• Judicial, Executive, and Commerce

• Legislative, Executive, and Military

• Legislative, Judicial, and Commerce

• Legislative, Executive, and Judicial

What was the main issue that the Great Compromise aimed to resolve?

• Taxation without representation

• The balance of power between large and small states

• The power to regulate trade

• The creation of a national bank

Which plan proposed a two-house Congress based on population?

• The Virginia Plan

• The Delaware Plan

• The New Jersey Plan

• The Connecticut Plan

What was the primary concern about creating an executive branch?

• It would be too weak

• It would resemble a monarchy

• It would be too expensive

• It would be difficult to elect

What system was created to elect the President to prevent the election of an unqualified yet popular candidate?

• The Senate Vote

• The Popular Vote

• The Congressional Vote

• The Electoral College

How many electoral votes does a candidate need to win the presidency?

• 270

• 150

• 300

• 538

What change was made to the process of passing laws under the new Constitution?

• Laws required a 3/4 majority to pass

• Laws required a simple majority to pass

• Laws required a unanimous vote to pass

• Laws required a 2/3 majority to pass

Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin