Question

Which statement BEST describes one of the roles of William Few at the Constitutional Convention of 1787? A) He helped steer the Constitution past its first barrier, approval by Congress. B) He helped to resolve the issue of representation by creating the Great Compromise. C) He presided over the convention and facilitated the debates on the various issues. D) He cast an early deciding vote, allowing for the temporary adjournment of the convention.

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

One of the roles of William Few at the Constitutional Convention of 1787 was that he helped steer the Constitution passed its first barrier, approval by Congress. This meant that the group assembled in Philadelphia agreed to the document they were all working on, which was not an easy task. He was able to do so as a delegate to the last sessions of the Continental Congress.

Answer 2

A) He helped steer the Constitution past its first barrier, approval by Congress.

William Few, who represented Georgia at the Constitutional Convention, didn't play an active role at the Convention, due to his other responsibilities as a member of the Continental Congress. However, in the last sessions, he contributed nationalist votes and helped steer the Constitution past its first barrier: approval by Congress. And later, he attended the state ratifying convention.