Asked by Johnathen Zenuh on Jun 28, 2024

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Which of the following occurred at the final meeting of the Constitutional Convention in 1787?

A) James Madison argued that the Constitution should be entirely rewritten.
B) Ben Franklin proposed that a representative from the Iroquois Confederacy be invited to sign the document.
C) The delegates drafted and accepted the Bill of Rights.
D) Ben Franklin urged the delegates to put their differences aside.
E) Every delegate signed the Constitution in order for it to go to the states for ratification.

Constitutional Convention

The gathering that took place in 1787, in Philadelphia, to draft the United States Constitution, replacing the Articles of Confederation.

Ben Franklin

Benjamin Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, known for his contributions as an inventor, scientist, diplomat, and philosopher, as well as for his pivotal role in the American Revolution and the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.

  • Understand the primary individuals who contributed to the Constitutional Convention and their input, especially regarding the Constitution's finalization and The Federalist Papers.
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Sanam ChinnaJun 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
At the final meeting of the Constitutional Convention in 1787, Ben Franklin indeed urged the delegates to put aside their differences and support the Constitution, recognizing the importance of unity in the adoption of the new government framework.