Key Events Leading to the Constitutional Convention

The video tutorial covers the constitutional convention, exploring the historical context, key figures, and major debates that shaped the U.S. Constitution. It discusses the Articles of Confederation, Shay's Rebellion, and the need for a stronger national government. The tutorial highlights the compromises made, such as the Connecticut Compromise and the three-fifths compromise, and examines the debates over the presidency and the Electoral College. It also addresses the contentious issues of slavery and representation, concluding with the ratification process.

What are the first three words of the U.S. Constitution?

• For the People

• We the People

• To Form a Union

• In the Beginning

How many articles are in the original U.S. Constitution?

• 10

• 7

• 27

• 5

What was a major issue with the Articles of Confederation?

• Too much power to the President

• Excessive taxation

• Lack of a national army

• No state representation

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

• Shays' Rebellion

• Boston Tea Party

• War of 1812

• Civil War

Who was the president of the Constitutional Convention?

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

Which two key figures were not present at the Constitutional Convention?

• Patrick Henry and Samuel Adams

• James Madison and Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson and John Adams

• George Washington and Benjamin Franklin

What was the main issue addressed by the Great Compromise?

• Judicial review

• State representation

• Presidential powers

• Slavery

Which plan proposed a bicameral legislature with representation based on population?

• Connecticut Plan

• Virginia Plan

• Hamilton Plan

• New Jersey Plan

What was the purpose of the Electoral College?

• To directly elect the President

• To balance power between large and small states

• To give Congress control over the presidency

• To ensure a monarch-like figure

What did the Three-Fifths Compromise address?

• Representation of slaves

• Taxation

• Trade regulations

• Presidential elections