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Why did James Madison says that congress become a rope of sand?
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∙ 12y ago
because it was no longer strong
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What did they mean when they said Congress under the Articles of Confederation was like a rope of sand and others said it was better than a rope of iron?
A rope of sand would, of course, be utterly useless for anythinf you wanted a rope for, like tying thirteen things together but a rope (or chain) or iron would be unbreakable and would fetter something which ought to be free. Michael Montagne I think the question is asking why people said that a rope of sand (ie the Articles of Confederation) would be better than a rope of iron (ie the US under the Constitution). Many people were frightened of a strong central government, having just become independent from a monarch. Even thought the Articles of Confederation were not initially very sucessful, many people thought that a strong central government would become dictorial.
What is rope used for?
Rope has a lot of purposes, all depending on what you want to achieve by using it. There are a variety of types of rope for different purposes.
What is is used to make rope?
Hemp and nylon are good sources for rope.
What are gaucho's rope called?
a gaucho's rope is/are call(ed) bolas which thay use to capture animal by entangling their legs.Gaucho's rope is a Riata.
What is the name of the rope military wear on funeral honors?
it is called A TOOPER ROPE
Who thinks a rope of sand is stronger than a rod of iron?
James Madison
Can congress name someone a duke or a prince?
No. They can not.
What is the significance of James Madison's diary?
James Madison's diary is the only record of the Constitutional Convention that we have. Since no minutes or direct record of the meetings were allowed, Madison's reflections is were we get most of our information on the event.
When does a string become a rope?
When it is intertwined with other strings which then form a strand. Strands are then intertwined to form a rope.
What did they mean when they said Congress under the Articles of Confederation was like a rope of sand and others said it was better than a rope of iron?
A rope of sand would, of course, be utterly useless for anythinf you wanted a rope for, like tying thirteen things together but a rope (or chain) or iron would be unbreakable and would fetter something which ought to be free. Michael Montagne I think the question is asking why people said that a rope of sand (ie the Articles of Confederation) would be better than a rope of iron (ie the US under the Constitution). Many people were frightened of a strong central government, having just become independent from a monarch. Even thought the Articles of Confederation were not initially very sucessful, many people thought that a strong central government would become dictorial.
What is Richard's problem in rope burn and how does James help him solve it?
the problem is he cant climb the rope and he help him bye teaching and practising every weekend
How was James able to save the centipede when he danced off the peach?
He used Silkworms Rope of silk to save him.
How do you become phisically strong?
You work out alot by: lifting weights, running, skipping rope, etc.
Who invented the skip?
He did not invent rope skipping per say but he did create the first competitive jump rope team and start what may soon become an olympic sport.
What actors and actresses appeared in Soap on a Rope - 2005?
The cast of Soap on a Rope - 2005 includes: John Fico as Jim Peppe Holmsten as Jan Jansson Dancingman Jiim Sean Modica as James
The meaning of rope vs line?
Line is a nautical term for a rope. But a rope can be a line attached on only one end in normal use. The bell rope, the bucket rope, the tiller rope, the bolt rope, check rope, foot rope, monkey rope, and the dip rope.
What the name Madison mean?
Probably the coolest, and most fun to be around person! If you had to put this approximation on a scale of 1-100, I'd say at lease 2069... Now, i know that's above the scale of which i preferred but Madison Elizabeth Whitney is so freaking sexy! She needs to continue being a nice, good-spirited individual and spend less time playing Cut The Rope and Scribblenauts on the bus... Madison, check your phone....
