Exploring the Constitutional Convention and Its Impact

What was the main issue with the Articles of Confederation?

• They failed to address disputes among states.

• They provided too much power to the central government.

• They were too strict on taxation.

• They allowed for too much foreign influence.

Who was initially reluctant to attend the Constitutional Convention?

• George Washington

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

Which state experienced a rebellion that highlighted the need for a stronger central government?

• Virginia

• Pennsylvania

• New York

• Massachusetts

Who was elected president of the Constitutional Convention?

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

What was the main compromise regarding state representation in the new Constitution?

• Equal representation for all states

• A mix of equal and proportional representation

• Proportional representation based on population

• Representation based on land size

What principle ensures that no single branch of government has supreme power?

• Judicial review

• Separation of powers

• Checks and balances

• Federalism

What was the purpose of The Federalist Papers?

• To draft the Constitution

• To criticize the Articles of Confederation

• To persuade states to ratify the Constitution

• To outline the Bill of Rights

Which state demanded amendments to the Constitution before ratifying it?

• New York

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

• Pennsylvania

What is the Bill of Rights?

• The original draft of the Constitution

• The first ten amendments to the Constitution

• A declaration of independence from Britain

• A set of laws passed by Congress

Which freedoms were considered revolutionary at the time of the Bill of Rights?

• Freedom to own property

• Freedom to travel

• Freedom of religion, speech, and the press

• Freedom to vote