The Parts of the US Constitution (Free Lesson) - The Clever Teacher - Free Printable

Problem: Solving the "Framing the Constitution" Worksheet

The worksheet asks for the correct answers to five multiple-choice questions about the framing of the modern-day Constitution of the Bahamas. Below is a detailed explanation and solution for each question.

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Question 1: How many persons framed the modern-day Constitution of the Bahamas?

- Options:
- a. 20
- b. 10
- c. 16
- d. 18

#### Explanation:
The modern-day Constitution of the Bahamas was framed by a Constitutional Committee consisting of 16 members. This committee was responsible for drafting the constitution that came into effect on July 10, 1973, when the Bahamas gained independence from the United Kingdom.

#### Correct Answer:
- c. 16

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Question 2: The framers of the Constitution of The Bahamas are also called the...

- Options:
- a. Founding Patriarchs
- b. Founding Matriarchs
- c. Founding Mothers
- d. Founding Fathers

#### Explanation:
The framers of the Constitution of the Bahamas are often referred to as the "Founding Fathers," similar to how the framers of the U.S. Constitution are known. This term is used to honor the individuals who played a key role in establishing the nation's foundational document.

#### Correct Answer:
- d. Founding Fathers

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Question 3: Who was the First Black Bahamian Prime Minister?

- Options:
- a. Hon. Arthur D. Hanna
- b. Sir Lynden Pindling
- c. Hon. George Smith
- d. Hon. Paul L. Adderley

#### Explanation:
Sir Lynden O. Pindling was the first black Prime Minister of the Bahamas. He served as the leader of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) and became the country's first black Prime Minister after the general elections of 1967. He played a significant role in leading the Bahamas to full independence in 1973.

#### Correct Answer:
- b. Sir Lynden Pindling

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Question 4: Who was the First Black Bahamian Governor General?

- Options:
- a. Sir Milo Butler
- b. Hon. Cadwell Armbrister
- c. Hon. Henry Bowen
- d. Hon. Peter Bethel

#### Explanation:
Sir Milo B. Butler was the first black Governor General of the Bahamas. He served in this position from 1967 to 1973, marking an important milestone in the country's history as it transitioned toward independence. Sir Butler was a prominent figure in Bahamian politics and diplomacy.

#### Correct Answer:
- a. Sir Milo Butler

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Question 5: Which one of the Persons is not a Framer of the Constitution?

- Options:
- a. Hon. A. Loftus Roker
- b. Sir Kendal G. L. Isaacs
- c. Hon. Oscar Johnson
- d. Sir Orville Turnquest

#### Explanation:
The framers of the Constitution of the Bahamas were the members of the Constitutional Committee. Among the options provided:
- Hon. A. Loftus Roker, Sir Kendal G. L. Isaacs, and Hon. Oscar Johnson were all members of the Constitutional Committee and thus framers of the Constitution.
- Sir Orville Turnquest, however, was not a member of the Constitutional Committee and therefore is not considered a framer of the Constitution.

#### Correct Answer:
- d. Sir Orville Turnquest

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Final Answers:

1. c. 16
2. d. Founding Fathers
3. b. Sir Lynden Pindling
4. a. Sir Milo Butler
5. d. Sir Orville Turnquest

Boxed Final Answer:
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