Question

Based on the excerpt below, the author believed - *
"Does any man suppose that one general national government can exist in so extensive a country as this? I hope that a government may se framed which may suit us... the question then will be, whether a consolidated government can preserve the freedom and secure the rights of the people."
a. in the importance of protecting individual liberties.
b. altering the Articles of Confederation was unnecessary.
c. a chief executive was needed to govern effectively.
d. each state was capable of governing itself.

The following are important provisions outlined in which historical document?
Gained rights to self-government
Protected civil liberties
Outlawed slavery
Provided for public education

a. New Jersey Plan
b. Northwest Ordinance
c. Virginia Plan
d. Declaration of Independence

Answers

GPT-4o mini
Based on the excerpt provided, the author believed:

**a. in the importance of protecting individual liberties.**

The author expresses concerns about whether a consolidated government can preserve freedom and secure the rights of the people, indicating a focus on individual liberties.

For the second part regarding the important provisions outlined:

**b. Northwest Ordinance**

The Northwest Ordinance included provisions for self-government, protection of civil liberties, and outlawed slavery in the Northwest Territory, and also included provisions for public education.