The Constitutional Convention, also known as the Philadelphia Convention, met in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from May 25 to September 17, 1787. It is considered one of the most significant events in the history of the United States as it created the United States Constitution.
Of the 13 original states only Rhode Island did not send representatives. Twelve states appointed 70 individuals to the Constitutional Convention, only 55 attended and 39 signed the Constitution.
Benjamin Franklin was the oldest delegate at 81 years old. The youngest was Jonathan Dayton, representative from New Jersey, he was 26.
Franklin had written a speech that he planned giving on the last day of the Convention, Monday September 17, 1787, before the signing of the Constitution. He was too weak to deliver it and had James Wilson read it to the audience.
Answer:
"Thus great with child to speak, and helpless in my throes,"
"Biting my truant pen, beating myself for spite"
Explanation:
There are several lines in this poem that express desperation, Biting my truant pen, beating myself for spite:
"Thus great with child to speak, and helpless in my throes,"
"Biting my truant pen, beating myself for spite"
In these lines, the narrator expresses he is helpless because he cannot find the inspiration he wants for his writings, and it desperates him.
Answer:
a stain is something that leaves a mark. i would classify stains as being potent in colour, stainage or smell. some stains are able to be removed easily but are not easily wiped away - for example water on a desk is easy but coffee sitting on desk is harder to remove but is possible
Explanation:
The term 'sinewy' most closely means:
A. Athletic.
As a dictionary can show you, the word 'sinewy' is an adjective with the meaning of "consisting of or resembling sinews; with strong muscles and little fat". One synonymous for 'sinewy' is 'athletic'.
