Lesson 2 of 84 · The Constitution
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareThe Constitutional Convention of 1787
The Constitutional Convention of 1787 was a pivotal meeting held in Philadelphia, where delegates from twelve of the thirteen states gathered to create a new government.
🎯 Your mission
Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.
⚡ The twist
Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.
Mind = Blown
🤯 In ancient Athens, 'democracy' only included about 10% of the people.
Then & Now
🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.
The Constitutional Convention of 1787 was a pivotal meeting held in Philadelphia, where delegates from twelve of the thirteen states gathered to create a new government. Aimed at addressing the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, these delegates debated and drafted the Constitution. Notable figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and James Madison played key roles. Their discussions led to compromises that shaped the structure of the federal government we know today.
Key Facts
The Constitutional Convention took place in Philadelphia in 1787.
Delegates from twelve states attended the convention.
George Washington was elected as the president of the convention.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Where was the Constitutional Convention held?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
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Make up a fair rule for your family. Pitch it.
For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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