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What were the Federalist Papers

One of the most important defenses of the Constitution appeared in a series of essays that became known as the Federalist Papers. These essays supporting the Constitution were written anonymously under the name Publius. They were actually written by Hamilton, Madison, and Jay.

What was the main purpose of the Thirtheenth Amendment

It overturned the three fifths compromise, which abolished slavery.

A statement whose truth is accepted without proof

a

Most Americans agreed on what two changes to the Articles of Confederation

They agreed to change the Articles of Confederation to grant congress the power to regulate commerce and tax the people.

What role did parliament play in the events that led to the Boston Tea Party

parliament allowed the British East India Company to sell tea directly to colonists.

Why did delegates gather in 1787 for the constitutional convention

To amend the Articles of Confederation.

What was one way that the Virginia plan resembled rule under the british parliament

Nova net: It gave the national congress the power to veto any state law.

Why did James Madison believe that a large diverse republic would be best for the common good

James Madison believed that a large diverse republic would be the best for the common good because diverse interests could check one another. This idea was also carried out by the division of powers in the federal government.

What was one way the Virginia Plan resembled rule under the british parliament

It gave the national Congress the power to veto any state law

Why did James Madison believe that a large diverse republic would be the best for common good

James Madison believed that a large diverse republic would be the best for the common good because diverse interests could check one another.

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