U.S. Constitution Delegates and Concerns

The video discusses the creation of the U.S. Constitution in 1787, highlighting debates over the lack of a Bill of Rights and concerns about the balance of power. Benjamin Franklin played a crucial role in persuading delegates to sign, despite their reservations. The signing process involved 39 signatures, with some delegates refusing due to fears of excessive democracy. Franklin's optimism is symbolized by his interpretation of a sun carving as a rising sun, representing hope for the new nation.

What was the length of the initial draft of the Constitution completed on September 15, 1787?

• Four pages

• Two pages

• Eight pages

• Six pages

Who argued that a Bill of Rights was unnecessary because the government would only have the power given to it?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

What was one of the main concerns on the final day of the convention?

• The design of the national flag

• The location of the capital

• The power of the Senate

• The length of the Constitution

How did Benjamin Franklin persuade delegates to sign the Constitution?

• By offering financial incentives

• By threatening them

• By promising a Bill of Rights

• By acknowledging imperfections and urging unity

How many delegates signed the Constitution?

• 41

• 39

• 37

• 35

Which delegate had his name added to the Constitution by another due to illness?

• Elbridge Gerry

• John Dickinson

• Edmund Randolph

• George Mason

What was Elbridge Gerry's main concern about the Constitution?

• Insufficient military funding

• Too much power to the president

• Lack of a national bank

• Excessive democracy

Which historical event was used to illustrate the fear of democracy leading to chaos?

• The American Revolution

• The French Revolution

• The War of 1812

• The Glorious Revolution

What was the purpose of dividing powers in the U.S. government?

• To simplify the legal system

• To prevent any one entity from becoming too strong

• To increase efficiency

• To reduce taxes

What did Benjamin Franklin conclude about the sun carved on the back of Washington's chair?

• It was a setting sun

• It was a rising sun

• It was a symbol of war

• It was a symbol of peace