Why did the delegates to the Philadelphia Convention in 1787 decide to meet in secret?
A) To keep their plans hidden from British spies
B) To avoid alarming Americans with their plan for restructuring the government
C) To prevent reporters from revealing details of their personal lives in the press
D) To ensure their freedom to do whatever they wanted without criticism

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The delegates met in secret to avoid public alarm and ensure they could discuss and debate plans for restructuring the government without outside pressures or interference. This allowed for more open and honest discussions on how to replace the Articles of Confederation.

Why Did the Delegates to the Philadelphia Convention in 1787