According to the myth, Prometheus gave the people fire against the wishes of the gods. The gods, in retaliation, punished the people by sending them misery and disease. It is difficult to say whether this was a convenient bargain. However, it most likely was, as fire allowed people to be warm and cook food, thus fulfilling some of the most basic needs of human beings.
They were better off. Without the discovery of the uses of fire, mankind would not be here. Fire led to the rapid increase of newer, more advanced tech, such as a sword instead of a club.
What is strict construction? Strict construction means that the Federal government has very limited powers. Loose construction means that the Constitution gives the Federal government broad powers to do what is necessary.
It was primarily "James Madison" who tried to keep tempers under control during the Constitutional Convention, since he was very much in favor of the ratification of the Constitution.
