Question

What was a major obstacle to drafting a new constitution at the Constitutional Convention of 1787? A. a disagreement between the states over representation in Congress B. a controversy over the separation between church and state C. the delegates' lack of practical government experience D. the hostility of the Federalists

Answer 1

A. a disagreement between the states over representation in Congress

Answer 2

Option A.

Step-by-step explanation:

A disagreement between the states over representation in Congress, is the right answer.

The shift from the Articles of Confederation to the Constitution of the United States had a comprehensive discussion occurring before its resolution. The weaknesses of the Articles of the Confederation were the following:

Congress had no power to tax

It could not regulate commerce

There was no National Court

Each state had only one vote in the Congress

Moreover, the amendments in the Articles of Confederation required a public vote and laws expected a 9/13 majority to move in Congress.

All these caused great debate and a considerable deal of domestic disagreement. As a result, a comprehensive disagreement between the states over their representation in congress arise from such matters and anticipated a new constitution.