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Does Congress has the power to amend the constitution?
the constitutional convention (the states)
Why was William lee pierce at the constitutional convention?
William Lee Pierce was a delegate to the Constitutional Convention of 1787, representing the state of Virginia. His involvement was part of the broader effort to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and to create a stronger federal government. Pierce's presence at the convention reflected Virginia's significant role in the early formation of the United States and the discussions surrounding the balance of power between state and federal authorities.
What did the delegates of the Constitutional Convention not agree to do?
give absolute power to the executive branch
What did the constitutional convention decide to call the leader of the country?
they gave to much power to the states
What was the main reason for calling the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
the central government needed addition power
What were the contradictory goals presented at the Constitutional Convention?
The goal was to strengthen the national government and to limit its power.
This Presidential power was granted by Congress to help control spending but would require a Constitutional amendment?
censure
Presidential appointment power was in the hands of who until the last weeks of the constitutional convention?
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What did the the Virginia Plan would have granted more power to do?
The Virginia Plan, proposed at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, aimed to grant more power to the federal government, particularly through a strong national legislature. It suggested a bicameral legislature with representation based on state population, which would favor larger states. This plan sought to enhance the authority of the national government over states, allowing it to legislate on various issues and enforce laws effectively. Ultimately, it laid the groundwork for a more centralized government structure.
What did the Constitutional Convention propose?
The Constitutional convention was not actually called the constitutional convention because it was created to modify the Articles of Confederation. However, the articles, although they had some benefits, were very weak and gave most power to the states and not to the central gov't, so the constitution was drafted in secret, so as not to influence any of the framer's views by outside opinions.
Regarding the presidency which of the following did delegates of the Constitutional Convention not agree to do?
Give absolute power to the elective branch. (ALS)
What plans of government did delegates offer at the Constitutional Convention?
may 29, 1787, after the convention began, the Virginia delegates offered plans for the new government. this plan was called the Virginia plan. under the articles the national government had consisted of a legislative branch with one house congress. the Virginia plan gave power to the larger states. the Pennsylvania and the New Jersey plans were also considered.
