Which major issue was debated at the
Constitutional Convention in 1787 and contributed directly to the start of the Civil War?
(1) regulation of interstate commerce
(2) setting of qualifications for federal office
holders
(3) length of presidential term of office
(4) balance of power between the states and the
national government
There were several major issues that were debated at theĀ Constitutional Convention in 1787 and contributed directly to the start of the Civil War, but the best option is "(4) balance of power between the states and the national government"