Why were the proceedings of the Constitutional Convention kept secret?
A)to make it difficult for delegates to change their minds after debate and discussion
B)to encourage delegates to speak freely
C)so that opponents of the convention wouldn't have easy arguments against decisions made at the convention
D)so that foreign leaders wouldn't sabotage the convention

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The proceedings of the Constitutional Convention were kept secret to encourage delegates to speak freely without fear of public backlash or criticism. This allowed for more open and honest debate among the delegates.

Why Were the Proceedings of the Constitutional Convention Kept Secret