because the people tried hard to make it successful. not very hard to figure out
the central government needed addition power
To revise the Articles of Confederation. Congress realized that the Articles were to terrible to be revised, so they started from scratch, and thus comes the Constitution.
because the articles lacked an outline for a tax system that would pay debts. -apex
because the articles lacked an outline for a tax system that would pay debts. -apex
One reason why Philadelphia was chosen as the site of the convention was because of the symbolic Independence Hall.
the central government needed addition power
to strengthen the partnership between america and england
to strengthen the partnership between america and england
to strengthen the partnership between america and england
They wanted a stronger national currency
The reason why the framers kept the proceedings of the Philadelphia convention a secret is because they feared that if people knew about their arguments they would not except the new constitution. Also if people new about their discussions they would not feel as free to discuss their ideas.
The voice of reason at the Constitutional Convention was often considered to be Benjamin Franklin. His calm demeanor and ability to foster compromise were instrumental in mediating disputes among delegates. Franklin advocated for unity and emphasized the importance of collaboration, encouraging delegates to set aside their differences for the greater good of the nation. His sage advice and diplomatic approach helped guide the convention toward a successful conclusion.
Because the articles did not include details about a unifying leader
To revise the Articles of Confederation. Congress realized that the Articles were to terrible to be revised, so they started from scratch, and thus comes the Constitution.
because the articles lacked an outline for a tax system that would pay debts. -apex
because the articles lacked an outline for a tax system that would pay debts. -apex
It never had it in 1787. This is the reason they met for a constitutional convention. The Articles of Confederation didn't work and there was no central government.