Question

1. the framers of the constitution all believed in what primary function of government?

a. educate its citizens
b. protect life, liberty and property
c. expand the borders
d. ensure voting rights for all americans

1. the connecticut compromise created what kind of congress?

a. unicameral, with each state only having one vote
b. unicameral, with each state receiving votes based on population
c. bicameral, with large states having the most power
d. bicameral, with a balance of power between large and small states

1. which of the following best summarizes the position of the federalists?

a. amending the articles of confederation was enough to preserve the union
b. separation of powers would protect the nation from tyranny
c. the new government should be based on religious principles
d. the articles of confederation needed no revision

1. why did the northern states agree to the 3/5 compromise?

a. it would limit the power of the presidency
b. it would limit the power of the southern states
c. it would eventually outlaw slavery
d. it would allow the congress to regulate interstate trade

Explanation:

• Question 8: The framers of the US Constitution believed in protecting life, liberty and property as a primary function of government, which is a fundamental principle.
• Question 9: The Connecticut Compromise created a bicameral Congress that balanced the power between large and small states, with the House of Representatives based on population and the Senate giving equal representation to each state.
• Question 10: Federalists favored a strong new government and believed separation of powers would protect the nation from tyranny.
• Question 11: The Northern states agreed to the 3/5 Compromise as it limited the power of the southern states by reducing the influence of their slave - based population in apportioning representatives and direct taxes.

Answer:

1. B. protect life, liberty and property
2. D. Bicameral, with a balance of power between large and small states
3. C. The new government should be based on separation of powers to protect the nation from tyranny
4. B. It would limit the power of the southern states