What was the main reason for the convention held in 1787?

Understanding the Formation of the United States Constitution

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To elect a new king
To strengthen the government
To celebrate independence
To declare war
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which plan proposed a government with three branches?
Connecticut Plan
Philadelphia Plan
New Jersey Plan
Virginia Plan
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main concern of the small states regarding the Virginia Plan?
It did not include a Bill of Rights
It was too similar to English rule
It favored larger states
It gave too much power to the president
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the outcome of the debates between large and small states?
The convention was dissolved
The Great Compromise was reached
The Virginia Plan was adopted
The New Jersey Plan was adopted
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'?
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
Alexander Hamilton
James Madison
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the signing ceremony of the Constitution?
It was the declaration of independence
It was a formal ceremony to approve the Constitution
It was the first presidential election
It marked the end of the Revolutionary War
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many states needed to ratify the Constitution for it to become law?
5 states
All 13 states
7 states
9 states
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