Why did the delegates at the Philadelphia Constitutional Convention vow to secrecy during the proceedings?
A) to keep their competition (Antifederalists) in the dark
B) so that James Madison could wield limitless power
C) to avoid erroneous and mischievous rumors
D) to avoid a civil war between the North and the South
E) so that there would be a balance of power between state and federal governments
Answer: C
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A. establishing more direct rule over India B. allowing the East India Company greater freedom to operate C. encouraging Christian missionaries D. negotiating power sharing with Indian authorities
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A. food and housing B. educated leaders C. caring parents D. love for God E. law and justice
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