Understanding the Constitutional Convention and Treehouse Dilemma

What was the main reason Leo believed he should make the treehouse rules?

• He is part of the chess club.

• He is older than Layla.

• He is better at organizing.

• He helped build the treehouse.

Who did Leo and Layla meet at the Constitutional Convention?

• Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the main concern of the smaller states at the Constitutional Convention?

• Being able to veto laws

• Having equal representation

• Having more power than larger states

• Having a larger military

What concept did James Madison explain to Leo and Layla?

• Federalism

• Direct Democracy

• Separation of Powers

• Judicial Review

What did the separation of powers aim to prevent?

• One branch becoming too powerful

• The government from making laws

• The president from being elected

• The judiciary from interpreting laws

What solution did Leo and Layla come up with for their treehouse schedule?

• They would both make the schedule together.

• Their dad would make the schedule.

• They would take turns making the schedule.

• Their mom would make the schedule.

What did Montesquieu say about human nature?

• Humans are always fair.

• Humans are ambitious.

• Humans are inherently selfish.

• Humans are naturally cooperative.

What did Madison decide to implement in the Constitution after talking to Leo and Layla?

• Direct democracy

• A single branch of government

• Checks and balances

• A monarchy

How did Leo and Layla ensure fairness in using the treehouse?

• By using a lottery system

• By having their mom make the schedule

• By taking turns cleaning it

• By letting their dad decide who uses it

What did Leo and Layla learn about compromise from their experience?

• Compromise is unnecessary.

• Compromise is essential for fairness.

• Compromise leads to conflict.

• Compromise is only for adults.