Originally, the Constitutional Convention's purpose was to do which of the following?

A. Adopt a new constitution
B. File a formal tax protest with Great Britain
C. Raise money for a national army to stop Shays' Rebellion
D. Revise the Articles of Confederation
E. Overturn articles amended by the Second Continental Congress


Answer: D

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