The initial purpose of the Constitutional Convention was to amend the Articles of Confederation.
What was the initial purpose of the Constitutional Convention?(1 point)
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to amend the Articles of Confederation
to amend the Articles of Confederation
to ratify the Constitution
to ratify the Constitution
to amend the Constitution
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So long as any individual state has power to defeat the measures of the other twelve, our pretended union is but a name, and our confederation, a cobweb.
—Noah Webster
What fundamental problem did Noah Webster see in the Articles of Confederation?
(1 point)
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that small states would have just as much say in the government as larger states
that small states would have just as much say in the government as larger states
that states would always work in their own self-interest even if it meant harm to the nation as a whole
that states would always work in their own self-interest even if it meant harm to the nation as a whole
that the central government would always favor large states over the smaller states when disputes broke out
—Noah Webster
What fundamental problem did Noah Webster see in the Articles of Confederation?
(1 point)
Responses
that small states would have just as much say in the government as larger states
that small states would have just as much say in the government as larger states
that states would always work in their own self-interest even if it meant harm to the nation as a whole
that states would always work in their own self-interest even if it meant harm to the nation as a whole
that the central government would always favor large states over the smaller states when disputes broke out
Noah Webster saw the fundamental problem in the Articles of Confederation as that states would always work in their own self-interest even if it meant harm to the nation as a whole.
What did the Northwest Ordinance outlaw in the Northwest Territory?(1 point)
Responses
religious freedom
religious freedom
slavery
slavery
admission of new states
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Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, and every Power, Jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled.
—Articles of Confederation, Article II
(1 point)
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It gave the majority of the power to the British monarchy, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the British monarchy, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the individual states, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the individual states, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the national government, and limited the power of individual states.
What are some weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that caused the need for a new and stronger federal government that the framers outlined in the Constitution? Select all that apply.(2 points)
Responses
differences in opinions on how to establish a federal educational system
differences in opinions on how to establish a federal educational system
confusion over different state currency
confusion over different state currency
how to resolve disputes between states over land
Which of the following was one important contribution made by Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention?(1 point)
Responses
He is known as the primary author of the U.S. Constitution.
He is known as the primary author of the U.S. Constitution.
He was the mastermind behind the Great Compromise.
He was the mastermind behind the Great Compromise.
He made a plea to delegates to accept the U.S. Constitution.
What effect did the Three-Fifths Compromise have on Southern states?(1 point)
Responses
It gave those states more representation in Congress.
It gave those states more representation in Congress.
It limited the number of states that allowed slavery.
It limited the number of states that allowed slavery.
It gave the South the power to outvote the North.
What was a similarity between the Bill of Rights and the Magna Carta?(1 point)
Responses
Both established a detailed justice system.
Both established a detailed justice system.
Both provided guidelines for ensuring basic citizen rights.
Both provided guidelines for ensuring basic citizen rights.
Both were based on the premise that the states should have more power.
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religious freedom
religious freedom
slavery
slavery
admission of new states
Question
Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, and every Power, Jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled.
—Articles of Confederation, Article II
(1 point)
Responses
It gave the majority of the power to the British monarchy, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the British monarchy, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the individual states, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the individual states, and limited the power of the national government.
It gave the majority of the power to the national government, and limited the power of individual states.
What are some weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that caused the need for a new and stronger federal government that the framers outlined in the Constitution? Select all that apply.(2 points)
Responses
differences in opinions on how to establish a federal educational system
differences in opinions on how to establish a federal educational system
confusion over different state currency
confusion over different state currency
how to resolve disputes between states over land
Which of the following was one important contribution made by Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention?(1 point)
Responses
He is known as the primary author of the U.S. Constitution.
He is known as the primary author of the U.S. Constitution.
He was the mastermind behind the Great Compromise.
He was the mastermind behind the Great Compromise.
He made a plea to delegates to accept the U.S. Constitution.
What effect did the Three-Fifths Compromise have on Southern states?(1 point)
Responses
It gave those states more representation in Congress.
It gave those states more representation in Congress.
It limited the number of states that allowed slavery.
It limited the number of states that allowed slavery.
It gave the South the power to outvote the North.
What was a similarity between the Bill of Rights and the Magna Carta?(1 point)
Responses
Both established a detailed justice system.
Both established a detailed justice system.
Both provided guidelines for ensuring basic citizen rights.
Both provided guidelines for ensuring basic citizen rights.
Both were based on the premise that the states should have more power.
Here are the answers to your questions:
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What did the Northwest Ordinance outlaw in the Northwest Territory?
- Slavery
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Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, and every Power, Jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled. - Articles of Confederation, Article II
- It gave the majority of the power to the individual states, and limited the power of the national government.
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What are some weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that caused the need for a new and stronger federal government that the framers outlined in the Constitution? Select all that apply.
- Confusion over different state currency
- How to resolve disputes between states over land
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Which of the following was one important contribution made by Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention?
- He made a plea to delegates to accept the U.S. Constitution.
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What effect did the Three-Fifths Compromise have on Southern states?
- It gave those states more representation in Congress.
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What was a similarity between the Bill of Rights and the Magna Carta?
- Both provided guidelines for ensuring basic citizen rights.
What presidential power under the Constitution led the Antifederalists to urge for a Bill of Rights?(1 point)
Responses
military power, as commander-in-chief
military power, as commander-in-chief
the power to carry out the laws passed by Congress
the power to carry out the laws passed by Congress
veto power over acts of Congress
veto power over acts of Congress
Who was responsible for writing the amendments that later became the Bill of Rights?(1 point)
Responses
James Madison
James Madison
George Mason
George Mason
Patrick Henry
What was the importance of the inclusion of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution?(1 point)
Responses
It limited the power and controls of the government.
It limited the power and controls of the government.
It improved U.S. relations with the British monarchy.
It improved U.S. relations with the British monarchy.
It guaranteed the protection of basic rights.
Responses
military power, as commander-in-chief
military power, as commander-in-chief
the power to carry out the laws passed by Congress
the power to carry out the laws passed by Congress
veto power over acts of Congress
veto power over acts of Congress
Who was responsible for writing the amendments that later became the Bill of Rights?(1 point)
Responses
James Madison
James Madison
George Mason
George Mason
Patrick Henry
What was the importance of the inclusion of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution?(1 point)
Responses
It limited the power and controls of the government.
It limited the power and controls of the government.
It improved U.S. relations with the British monarchy.
It improved U.S. relations with the British monarchy.
It guaranteed the protection of basic rights.
Here are the answers to your questions:
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What presidential power under the Constitution led the Antifederalists to urge for a Bill of Rights?
- Military power, as commander-in-chief
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Who was responsible for writing the amendments that later became the Bill of Rights?
- James Madison
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What was the importance of the inclusion of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution?
- It guaranteed the protection of basic rights.
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What presidential power under the Constitution led the Antifederalists to urge for a Bill of Rights?
veto power over acts of Congress
What presidential power under the Constitution led the Antifederalists to urge for a Bill of Rights?
veto power over acts of Congress
Thank you for your feedback! The correct answer in the context of the Antifederalists urging for a Bill of Rights would relate more specifically to their concerns about the potential for abuse of power by the federal government, particularly regarding military power, as commander-in-chief. However, the concern about veto power over acts of Congress was also a significant issue for Antifederalists because they feared that a strong executive could undermine the legislative branch.
If you were specifically looking for the veto power in your context, then it is understandable why that would be seen as a concern. However, the most direct concern leading to the call for a Bill of Rights was generally about the federal government's potential overreach, especially regarding military authority.
Could you please clarify if you'd like to maintain "veto power" as your preferred answer, or if you would like to revisit the reasoning behind the Antifederalists' concerns?
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