Constitutional Convention Basics Quiz

What was the primary purpose of the Constitutional Convention?

• To revise the Articles of Confederation
• To discuss foreign policy
• To elect a new president
• To celebrate independence

Which document was created as a result of the Constitutional Convention?

• The Declaration of Independence
• The Bill of Rights
• The Articles of Confederation
• The United States Constitution

What was one major weakness of the Articles of Confederation that led to the Constitutional Convention?

• It allowed for a strong federal government
• It did not provide for a national army
• It gave too much power to the president
• It required unanimous consent for amendments

Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson
• James Madison
• Benjamin Franklin

What was a major outcome of the Constitutional Convention?

• The establishment of a monarchy
• The creation of a federal system of government
• The abolition of slavery
• The declaration of war against Britain

What was one reason some delegates wanted to keep the proceedings of the Constitutional Convention secret?

• To prevent outside interference
• To keep the public informed
• To allow for open debate
• To ensure transparency

Which of the following was NOT a topic discussed at the Constitutional Convention?

• The structure of the legislative branch
• The powers of the executive branch
• The rights of women
• The process for amending the Constitution

Which of the following best describes why changes in the national government were needed after the Articles of Confederation?

• The government was too strong
• The government was too weak
• States had too little power
• The economy was thriving

What three branches of national government did the Constitutional Convention create?

• Executive, Legislative, Judicial
• Federal, State, Local
• Democratic, Republican, Independent
• Military, Civilian, Diplomatic

What was the primary function of the Legislative branch as established by the Constitutional Convention?

• To make laws
• To enforce laws
• To interpret laws
• To elect the president