Three-Fifths Compromise and the Constitutional Convention
Jeffrey Rosen talks about the Three-Fifths Compromise and the Constitutional Convention. ** This clip is part of C-SPAN Classroom's FREE resources for teachers and students. Visit www.c-spanclassroom.org for more info. **
Description
Jeffrey Rosen talks about the Three-Fifths Compromise and the Constitutional Convention.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- What were some of the concerns among the Founders regarding the issue of slavery?
- Explain the Three-Fifths Compromise that is found in Article 1 Section 2 in the Constitution. What effect did it have on the Constitutional Convention?
- AP Gov Questions to Consider: How does this compromise reflect the concept of federalism and of pluralism? How does this align with the Declaration of Independence's discussion of inalienable rights? How is it consistent or inconsistent with the Articles of Confederation?
Additional Resource
Participants
Vocabulary
- 13th Amendment
- Apportionment
- Charles Pickney
- James Wilson
- Legislature
- Popular Sovereignty
- Three-fifths Compromise