Constitutional Convention and Ratification Debate Quiz

What was the main concern of the anti-federalists regarding the new Constitution?

• The need for more centralized power

• The lack of a strong national government

• The inclusion of checks and balances

• The absence of a Bill of Rights

Which state was pivotal in the ratification process due to the Federalists' promise to add a Bill of Rights?

• Virginia

• South Carolina

• New York

• Massachusetts

Who were the key figures in the Virginia debate over the Constitution?

• George Mason and Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

• James Madison and Patrick Henry

• Alexander Hamilton and John Jay

What was the outcome of the New York ratification debate?

• New York rejected the Constitution

• New York ratified by a large margin

• New York ratified by only three votes

• New York delayed its decision

What was the significance of the ratification debate in American history?

• It showed the importance of a strong executive branch

• It proved the necessity of a unicameral legislature

• It highlighted the need for a monarchy

• It demonstrated the value of free speech and open discussion