The Framers
Who were the people who created the Constitution?
The Framers
In what city was the Constitutional Convention held?
Philadelphia
In what year was the Constitutional Convention held?
1787
How many states had to ratify the Constitution?
9 to 13
What are the 5 themes of Social Studies
history, geography, culture, economics, and
Who is known as the “Father of the Constitution”?
James Madison
Which state did not send delegates?
Rhode Island
On what date did the Constitutional Convention officially begin?
May 25, 1787
What were supporters of the Constitution called?
Federalist
three forms of government
democracy, monarchy, dictatorship
Where did the Framers meet for the Constitutional Convention?
The Pennsylvania State House
What was the original purpose of the Philadelphia Convention?
To improve the government under The Articles of Confederation
In what month was the Great Compromise reached?
July 1787
What were people who worried the government would have too much power called?
Anti- Federalist
three branches of government
judicial, legislative, executive
What was the main goal of the Framers at the convention?
To write a new Constitution
What did the Great Compromise create?
The House of Representatives and the Senate
On what date was the Constitution signed?
September 17, 1787
What did Anti-Federalists want added to protect individual freedoms?
Bill of Rights
what are the 4 characteristics of a state
population, territory, sovereignty, and gov't
What old plan of government were the Framers trying to replace?
The Articles of Confederation
What major disagreement did the Great Compromise help settle?
Representation in Congress
How many delegates signed the Constitution?
39
Why was ratification important?
The Constitution could not take effect until enough states approved it
What is the definition of a citizen
someone who lives in a country or state