EOC Spot Check Constitutional Convention & Compromises
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1.
CLASSIFICATION QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Groups:
(a) Virginia Plan
,
(b) New Jersey Plan
Senate
Lower House
Proportional Representation
Small States
One vote per state
Large States
Legislative Branch
Would lead to the House of Representatives
Unicameral Legislature
Legislative Equality
Bicameral Legislature
2.
DROPDOWN QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The Connecticut Compose is known as the (a) . For the North Congress would get to regulate the U.S. participation in the international (b) trade in 20 years. For the South enslaved personal would count as (c) persons for Congressional representation.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to Article 1, Section 2, Clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution, how are representatives and direct taxes apportioned among the states?
Based solely on the number of free persons in each state
By adding the whole number of free persons and three-fifths of all other persons, excluding Indians not taxed.
Equally among all states regardless of population.
Based on the number of people paying taxes in each state.
Answer explanation
This clause specifies that representation in Congress and direct taxation are to be determined by state populations. These populations are calculated by counting all free individuals, those bound to service for a term of years, and three-fifths of all other persons (referring to enslaved individuals), but excluding non-taxed Native Americans. This method was part of the compromise to balance political power between states with large and small populations, particularly addressing the issue of slavery.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What group is specifically excluded from the population count for apportioning representatives and direct taxes, according to Article 1, Section 2, Clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution?
Those bound to service for a term of years.
Free persons.
Indians not taxed.
All other persons.
Answer explanation
Article 1, Section 2, Clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution explicitly excludes "Indians not taxed" from the population count used for apportioning representatives and direct taxes among the states. This clause was part of the broader framework that determined representation in Congress, which included counting free individuals, indentured servants, and three-fifths of enslaved individuals, but specifically excluding non-taxed Native Americans.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to George Mason's objections to the Constitution of 1787, why did he argue that a Bill of Rights was necessary?
To ensure the federal government had absolute authority over the states.
To promote the interests of the aristocracy within the government.
To prevent the government from operating in secrecy and to protect the liberties of the people.
To centralize all powers of government for more efficient administration.
Answer explanation
George Mason argued for the inclusion of a Bill of Rights to prevent the government from concealing its actions and to protect the liberties of the people. He emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in government operations, arguing that these were indispensable for the security of the people's freedoms. Mason's objections highlighted the potential dangers of a strong centralized government operating without sufficient checks on its power, which he believed could lead to tyranny.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the Federalists convince the Anti-Federalists to ratify the United States Constitution?
The Federalists promised to add a bill of rights.
All trading ties to England and France were broken.
State governments would equal the federal government.
The Anti-Federalists would select the first president.
Answer explanation
Correct Answer: The Federalists promised to add a bill of rights.
Explanation: The Federalists (those for the Constitution) promised to add a bill of rights to the United States Constitution to address the concerns of the Anti-Federalists (those against the Constitution) regarding individual liberties and protection from government overreach. This assurance helped gain support for ratification. Understanding this compromise highlights the negotiation and compromise involved in the ratification process.
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