Virginia and New York ratified the Constitution of 1787 under the assumption that
A. there would be a ban on the importation of slaves.
B. a bill of rights would be added later, in the form of amendments.
C. Thomas Jefferson would become the first president.
D. it would not be ratified by enough other states to become binding.
E. a provision would be added allowing for the direct election of presidents.
Answer: B
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