Question

the constitution of the united states is the written framework, or plan, for the government of the united states. it was written during the early history of the united states. the following timeline shows some of the most important events of the early history of the united states. look at the timeline. then follow the instructions below. based on the timeline, which of the following statements are true? select all that apply. the constitution was written before the articles of confederation went into effect. the constitution was the second plan of government for the united states. the constitution was written and ratified in paris. the constitution was written after the revolutionary war ended.

Explanation:

• For the first statement: The Articles of Confederation went into effect in 1781, and the Constitution was written in 1787. So, the Constitution was written after the Articles of Confederation went into effect. This statement is false.
• For the second statement: The Articles of Confederation was the first plan of government. The Constitution was written as a new plan, so it was the second plan. This statement is true.
• For the third statement: The Constitution was written in Philadelphia and ratified in various states (not Paris). This statement is false.
• For the fourth statement: The Revolutionary War ended in 1783 with the Treaty of Paris, and the Constitution was written in 1787. So, the Constitution was written after the Revolutionary War ended. This statement is true.

Answer:

• The Constitution was the second plan of government for the United States.
• The Constitution was written after the Revolutionary War ended.