Constitutional Convention Worksheet
Explore the key events, figures, and compromises of the Constitutional Convention of 1787 with this Grade 6 social studies worksheet.
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Constitutional Convention Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. What was the main purpose of the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
To elect a new president
To revise the Articles of Confederation
To declare independence from Britain
To end the Revolutionary War
2. Which city hosted the Constitutional Convention?
Boston
New York City
Philadelphia
Washington D.C.
1. The plan that proposed representation in Congress based on population was called the Plan.
2. The Compromise created a two-house legislature, with one house based on population and the other with equal representation.
3. The compromise that dealt with how enslaved people would be counted for representation and taxation was the Compromise.
1. Why was it difficult to amend the Articles of Confederation?
2. Explain the main difference between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan.
1. All 13 states sent delegates to the Constitutional Convention.
True
False
2. James Madison is often called the 'Father of the Constitution'.
True
False
The image below depicts delegates at the Constitutional Convention.
