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Was New Hampshire the only state that did not send a delegate to the constitutional convention?
False. The only state that didn't send a delegate to the Constitutional Convention in 1787 was Rhode Island.
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Who is the oldest delegate to the Constitutional Convention and what state did he represent?
Benjamin Franklin, of Pennsylvania
At the time of the Constitutional Convention which New England territory had not yet become a state?
== == The Hampshire Grants, which eventually became the 14th state, Vermont.
How did delegates vote on the constitutional convention?
Voting on all issues was by state with each state delegation having one vote. Votes within each delegation was by majority vote of the delegation. Motions were made by any individual delegate but required a second by another delegate from any other state delegation other than that of the originating delegate.
How were representatives to the Constitutional Convention chosen?
By the legislatures of the different state. Each state government chose their representatives to the Constitutional Convention
Were the constitutional convention meetings held in secret?
The Constitutional Convention meetings were held in secret. Word of the many conflicts and disagreements could not get back to the various states and create additional demands by state legislators.
Who is the oldest delegate to the Constitutional Convention and what state did he represent?
Benjamin Franklin, of Pennsylvania
At the time of the Constitutional Convention which New England territory had not yet become a state?
== == The Hampshire Grants, which eventually became the 14th state, Vermont.
Which state delegate attend the national party convention?
republicans
What was the name of the state that did not attended the constitutional convention?
Rhode Island did not attend the Constitutional Convention.
How did delegates vote on the constitutional convention?
Voting on all issues was by state with each state delegation having one vote. Votes within each delegation was by majority vote of the delegation. Motions were made by any individual delegate but required a second by another delegate from any other state delegation other than that of the originating delegate.
How were representatives to the Constitutional Convention chosen?
By the legislatures of the different state. Each state government chose their representatives to the Constitutional Convention
Which state held the Constitutional Convention?
The Constitutional Convention was held in the Pennsylvania State House, which is now known as Independence Hall, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The Constitutional Convention met in what State?
Pennsylvania.
What was the First state to have a constitutional convention?
Massachusetts
Why did New Hampshire attend the constitutional convention of 1787?
New Hampshire attended the Constitutional Convention of 1787 to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and to participate in the creation of a stronger federal government. Delegates sought to ensure that their state's interests were represented in the new framework for governance. Additionally, as one of the smaller states, New Hampshire aimed to secure a voice in the national discourse on issues such as representation and state sovereignty. Their involvement reflected a commitment to shaping the future of the United States.
Who was the 9th state ratified constitutional?
New Hampshire
What New Hampshire state convention did Franklin Pierce preside over in 1850?
He presided over a convention to draw up an new New Hampshire state constitution.
