the Constitutional Convention

How many states were required to ratify the treaty ending the American Revolutionary War under the Articles of Confederation?

• Seven

• Nine

• Thirteen

• Five

What action did George Washington take after the Revolutionary War, despite his immense popularity?

• He became the first President of the United States.

• He installed himself as the new leader of the country.

• He resigned his commission and returned home as an ordinary citizen.

• He led a new army to expand the nation's territory.

What major issue, concerning western territories, had previously divided the states and almost led to the Confederation's collapse?

• Disputes over international trade agreements

• Conflicts regarding the establishment of a national currency

• Arguments over the control and sale of western lands

• Debates about the power of the federal government to tax

Which of the following were fundamental flaws of the Articles of Confederation, as described in the video?

• It could not fund itself.

• It could not enforce laws.

• It often lacked sufficient delegates to conduct business.

• All of the above.

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

• Yes

• No

What was a primary issue that led to the call for a convention to reform the Articles of Confederation?

• A lack of a national army to defend against foreign invaders.

• Disputes among states over competing laws and trade routes.

• The inability of the government to print its own currency.

• Widespread public protests against high taxes.

What strategy did Alexander Hamilton believe was necessary to ensure a successful convention for reforming the government?

• Inviting only the most influential legal scholars from each state.

• Securing the attendance of a highly respected figure like George Washington.

• Holding the convention in a neutral location far from any state capital.

• Drafting a complete new constitution before the convention even began.

How did James Madison ultimately convince George Washington to attend the Constitutional Convention?

• He publicly announced Washington's attendance, forcing his hand.

• He appealed to Washington's sense of duty and patriotism.

• He made Washington believe that replacing the Articles with a new Constitution was Washington's own idea.

• He promised Washington the presidency of the new government.

What was the primary goal of the "Virginia Plan" presented at the Constitutional Convention?

• To amend specific weaknesses within the existing Articles of Confederation.

• To establish a system of checks and balances between state governments.

• To abolish the Articles of Confederation and replace them with a new Constitution.

• To create a stronger military alliance among the states.