North Carolina State Convention Quiz

When did the NC state convention meet in Hillsborough to decide how the state would vote?

• July 21, 1788

• June 15, 1787

• August 10, 1789

• May 5, 1786

Who represented the Federalists at the NC state convention?

• James Iredell

• Willie Jones

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

What was the purpose of the NC state convention in Hillsborough?

• To decide how the state would vote

• To elect a new governor

• To draft a new state constitution

• To declare independence

Why did the Federalists support the constitution?

• They believed it would weaken the central government

• They believed it would strengthen state governments

• They believed it would create a stronger central government

• They believed it would eliminate government power

Who were the Anti-Federalists?

• Supporters of a strong central government

• Individuals who agreed with the constitution

• Individuals who did not agree with the constitution and wanted a weak central government

• Supporters of a monarchy

What did the Anti-Federalists believe about the constitution?

• It gave too much power to the states

• It gave too much power to the central government

• It was perfect as it was

• It needed more amendments

What does the Bill of Rights consist of?

• The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution

• The first 5 amendments to the U.S. Constitution

• The last 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution

• The entire U.S. Constitution

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To outline the structure of the government

• To list individual rights

• To declare independence

• To establish tax laws

Which document includes the Bill of Rights?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Federalist Papers

What type of rights does the Bill of Rights focus on?

• Governmental rights

• Individual rights

• State rights

• Economic rights