Asked by Natalia Echevarria on May 10, 2024
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What was one of the first acts of the new Congress in 1789?
A) the election of Washington as president
B) introduction of the Bill of Rights to the Constitution
C) to raise taxes
D) declare that the U.S. would remain neutral in European conflicts
Bill Of Rights
A collective term for the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, which guarantee fundamental civil rights and freedoms.
New Congress
The term used to describe a freshly elected legislative body of a country, typically following general elections.
- Identify the impact of early U.S. legislation on domestic and foreign policy.
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Raquel MitraMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The introduction of the Bill of Rights to the Constitution was one of the first acts of the new Congress in 1789, aiming to protect individual liberties against government infringement.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the impact of early U.S. legislation on domestic and foreign policy.