Of the Questions Raised at the Constitutional Convention About the Establishment

question 53

Multiple Choice

Of the questions raised at the Constitutional Convention about the establishment of a national legislature, which was the most difficult to resolve?

• A) Should a limit be placed on the number of terms that members of the Senate may serve?
• B) Should the states have proportional representation or equal representation in the Senate?
• C) Should the government have a bicameral legislature?
• D) Should a branch of the legislature be elected directly by the people?

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Definitions:

Resistance to Change

Opposition or pushback from individuals or groups within an organization towards initiatives, policies, or changes perceived as harmful or unnecessary.

Sucker Trap

A situation where an individual or group is easily deceived or manipulated into a disadvantageous position.

Short-Term Thinking

A focus or emphasis on immediate gains or results, often at the expense of long-term benefits.

Overconfidence

Overconfidence refers to an individual's unwarranted belief in their own abilities or the correctness of their judgement, often leading to mistakes or failures.