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Making the Constitution: the Philadelphia Convention and the constitutional debates between federalists and anti-federalists, the personalities and policies of the ‘Founding Fathers’.
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Founding the Republic, 1776–1789 (A-level only)
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Founding the Republic, 1776–1789 (A-level only)
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Making the Constitution: the Philadelphia Convention and the constitutional debates between federalists and anti-federalists, the personalities and policies of the ‘Founding Fathers’
- This point belongs to Founding the Republic, 1776–1789 (A-level only), especially Founding the Republic, 1776–1789 (A-level only).
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Quick student answer
What was a primary outcome of the Philadelphia Convention of 1787?
Direct answer
The primary outcome of the Philadelphia Convention of 1787 was the drafting of the United States Constitution.
Key terms
- Constitution: The supreme law of the United States, establishing the framework of government and the rights of citizens.
- Bill of Rights: The first ten amendments to the Constitution, guaranteeing individual liberties and rights.
Common trap
Confusing Federalists and Anti-Federalists: Remember that Federalists supported a strong central government, while Anti-Federalists were concerned about individual rights and government overreach.
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