Question

chapter 02. the founding and the constitution
page(s) 54-57
2.4. differentiate between the federalists and antifederalists stances on the ratification of the constitution.
place these events surrounding the creation of the u.s. system of government in chronological order.
start by choosing the first item in the sequence and clicking, dragging, or using your keyboard to select it.

• the federalist papers are published.
• the bill of rights is adopted.
• the constitution is ratified by the states.
• delegates gather at the constitutional convention.

Explanation:

Identify the historical dates of each event

• Delegates gather at the Constitutional Convention: May 1787
• The Federalist Papers are published: October 1787 – August 1788
• The Constitution is ratified by the states: June 1788 (9th state, New Hampshire, ratifies)
• The Bill of Rights is adopted: December 1791

Order the events chronologically

1. Delegates gather at the Constitutional Convention.
2. The Federalist Papers are published.
3. The Constitution is ratified by the states.
4. The Bill of Rights is adopted.

Answer:

1. Delegates gather at the Constitutional Convention.
2. The Federalist Papers are published.
3. The Constitution is ratified by the states.
4. The Bill of Rights is adopted.