Author Question: The publicly stated purpose of the convention to be held in 1787 was to A) develop and write a ... (Read 55 times)

jjjetplane · **on:** Jul 9, 2018

The publicly stated purpose of the convention to be held in 1787 was to

A) develop and write a new Constitution.
B) revisit the principles established in the Declaration of Independence.
C) revise the Articles of Confederation.
D) expand the rights of individuals who did not own property.
E) create a system of government that would abolish the institution of slavery.

Question 2

A crucial weakness in the Articles of Confederation that forced the political leaders to meet in 1786 was

A) the need for policies for economic stability.
B) the states were unable to raise taxes.
C) Georgia was considering forming an alliance with Spain.
D) former militia members had occupied land in Pennsylvania.
E) the lack of a central currency.