Question

The state constitution drawn up by Californians at a convention in 1849 was notable for excluding

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

African Americans

This constitution was a mix of elitism and pluralism. The memorial presenting the proposed constitution to Congress claimed it banned slavery not because of anti-slavery sentiment, but just unanimous agreement (including convention delegates originally from slave states) that California's climate and soil were not suitable for slave labor.

Answer 2

The answer is African Americans.