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Federalism in the Constitution

Question 3463 • 670401 American Studies S1 – MYERS, JOSHUA A

What role did James Wilson play in forming the United States Constitution?

Answer
A
He proposed the Great Compromise at the Constitutional Convention.
B
He was a key critic of the Constitution and helped adopt the first ten amendments.
C
He supported a strong federal government and was a co-author of the Federalist Papers.
D
He helped draft the Constitution's first version and supported a strong federal government.

Explanation

James Wilson was an influential delegate at the Constitutional Convention and helped draft the Constitution. He also favored a strong national government, arguing for greater authority for the people and the federal government. The Great Compromise is chiefly associated with Roger Sherman, while Wilson was not a co-author of the Federalist Papers.

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