Understanding Article 7 of the U.S. Constitution

The video explores Article 7 of the US Constitution, detailing the ratification process and the political context of the time. It highlights the challenges faced by the framers, including opposition from Anti-Federalists, and the strategies employed to ensure ratification. The video also discusses the arguments for and against the Constitution, the role of key figures like Hamilton and Madison, and the modern implications of the Constitution's framework.

What was the main requirement for the U.S. Constitution to become law according to Article 7?

• Ratification by the Supreme Court

• Approval by the President

• Ratification by nine states

• Approval by all 13 states

Why did the framers choose nine states for ratification instead of unanimous consent?

• To gain international support

• To prevent any single state from blocking the process

• To follow the Articles of Confederation

• To ensure quick ratification

Which state was a significant outlier during the ratification process?

• Rhode Island

• Massachusetts

• New York

• Virginia

What was a major concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the new Constitution?

• It gave too much power to the states

• It was too similar to the Articles of Confederation

• It concentrated power in a national government

• It lacked a strong central government

Who were two prominent Federalists advocating for the Constitution?

• Thomas Jefferson and John Adams

• George Washington and Benjamin Franklin

• Alexander Hamilton and James Madison

• Patrick Henry and Samuel Adams

What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers?

• To oppose the Constitution

• To propose a new government system

• To support the Articles of Confederation

• To advocate for the ratification of the Constitution

What was a key strategy used by the framers to gain support for the Constitution?

• Promising a Bill of Rights

• Reducing state powers

• Forming alliances with foreign nations

• Increasing taxes

How did the ratification process reflect democratic principles?

• By requiring a unanimous vote

• By involving state legislatures

• By using state conventions for majority votes

• By allowing the President to decide

What role did the supermajority rule play in the ratification process?

• It delayed the process

• It ensured the inclusion of the Bill of Rights

• It reduced the number of required states

• It increased the power of the federal government

What was the outcome of the ratification process by 1789?

• Only seven states ratified the Constitution

• The Constitution was rejected

• Nine states ratified the Constitution

• All 13 states ratified the Constitution