Question

question 13
why did some states follow massachusettss example and add conditions to their ratification of the constitution?
a they wanted greater limits placed on the executive branch.
b they wanted the first congress of the new government to add a bill of rights.
c they wanted the state legislatures to give their approval for the ratification of the constitution.
d they wanted the judicial branch to have greater independence from the legislative branch.

Explanation:

During the ratification of the US Constitution, some states, following Massachusetts, were concerned about the lack of explicit protection of individual rights. They believed adding a Bill of Rights would safeguard citizens' liberties. So they added conditions to their ratification asking the first Congress to add a Bill of Rights.

Answer:

B. They wanted the first Congress of the new government to add a Bill of Rights.