Constitutional Convention Flashcards
1
Q
Who was there? Who is considered the ‘father’ of the Constitution?
A
Rich white men were there. James Madison.
2
Q
What were some of the big compromises that happened at the convention? Who was for/against each one?
A
The great compromise, the 3/5th compromise. Mainly against the north and the south. Against smaller and bigger states.
3
Q
Who ended up in favor of passing it? Who ended up opposing it? Why?
A
Federalists and Anti-Federalists
4
Q
What is it mean to ratify a document?
A
Its the approval of agreement.
