Washington's Role in the Constitutional Convention

The video discusses George Washington's significant contributions, including winning the war, establishing the presidency, and his pivotal role as the president of the Constitutional Convention. Despite the challenges and differences among delegates, Washington's leadership and integrity helped guide the creation of the U.S. Constitution.

Why is it important for individuals to have their own list of Washington's contributions?

• To start a discussion

• To compare with others

• To memorize historical facts

• To impress teachers

Which of the following was NOT one of Washington's major contributions?

• Drafting the Declaration of Independence

• Making the presidency work

• Presiding over the Constitutional Convention

• Winning the war

What role did Washington play at the Constitutional Convention?

• He was the chairman

• He was the main speaker

• He drafted the Constitution

• He was a delegate from Virginia

What was a major challenge faced by the delegates at the Constitutional Convention?

• Shortage of delegates

• Disagreements over the power of the federal government

• Lack of funding

• Weather conditions

Which states had conflicting interests during the Constitutional Convention?

• Western and Eastern states

• New England and Southern states

• Coastal and Inland states

• Northern and Central states

What did some delegates threaten to do during the Constitutional Convention?

• Start a new convention

• Leave the convention

• Rewrite the Articles of Confederation

• Form a new government

How did Washington manage to keep the delegates at the convention?

• By offering incentives

• By changing the meeting location

• By threatening them

• By asking them to stay

What was Washington's demeanor during the Constitutional Convention?

• He was mostly silent

• He was argumentative

• He was very vocal

• He was indifferent

Why was it difficult for delegates to leave the convention?

• They were under contract

• They were locked in

• They respected Washington too much

• They had no transportation

What was the outcome of the delegates staying at the convention?

• The Constitution was completed

• The convention was postponed

• The Articles of Confederation were revised

• A new war was declared