Which of the following was one important contribution made by Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention? A. He called for an end to the Articles of Confederation. B. He is known as the primary author of the U.S. Consitution. C. He made a plea to delegates to accept the U.S. Constitution. D. He was the mastermind behind the Great Comp[romise.

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Which of the following was one important contribution made by Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention?  A. He called for an end to the Articles of Confederation.  B. He is known as the primary author of the U.S. Consitution.  C. He made a plea to delegates to accept the U.S. Constitution.  D. He was the mastermind behind the Great Comp[romise.

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The correct answer is C. He made a plea to delegates to accept the U.S. Constitution. Benjamin Franklin played a crucial role in encouraging delegates to come together and support the Constitution, emphasizing the importance of unity and compromise during the convention.