America's Documents Of Freedom 1787-1796 - The United States Constitution Continued 1787

The video discusses the Constitutional Convention, highlighting debates on commerce and state relations. Key figures like George Washington and James Madison played significant roles. Madison's detailed notes provide insight into the Convention's events. The Virginia Plan, proposed by Madison, introduced a new federal government structure. The Great Compromise resolved disputes between large and small states. The Constitution's ratification faced opposition from Anti-Federalists, who feared central power, while Federalists advocated for a limited national government.

Who was known for keeping meticulous notes during the Constitutional Convention?

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

Which article of the Constitution was primarily written by Oliver Ellsworth?

• Article II

• Article IV

• Article I

• Article III

What was the Virginia Plan's proposal regarding the structure of the federal government?

• A monarchy

• A confederation of states

• A single legislative body

• A government with three branches

What was the main issue resolved by the Great Compromise?

• Slavery

• Judicial appointments

• State representation in Congress

• Presidential elections

How many states needed to ratify the Constitution for it to take effect?

• Eleven

• Seven

• Thirteen

• Nine

What was the main concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the new Constitution?

• Too much power to the states

• Too much power to the national government

• Lack of a national army

• Excessive taxation

Which group supported the idea of a national government with limited powers?

• Federalists

• Monarchists

• Anti-Federalists

• Confederates