Question

1. what does

atify\ mean? 13. why was there a call for a \bill of rights\ before the constitution would be ratified?

Explanation:

"Ratify" means to give formal consent to or approve a treaty, contract, or agreement. Regarding the call for a "Bill of Rights" before the Constitution's ratification, many feared the new - formed government might have too much power and encroach on individual liberties. A "Bill of Rights" was seen as a safeguard for citizens' fundamental rights.

Answer:

1. To give formal consent or approval.
2. To safeguard individual liberties as people feared the new government might have excessive power.