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The author of the US Bill of rights was

A. Thomas Jefferson
B. George Mason
C. John Locke
D. James Madison

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Answer:

D-James Madison

Step-by-step explanation:

On June 8, 1789, Representative James Madison introduced a series of proposed amendments to the newly ratified U.S. Constitution. That summer the House of Representatives debated Madison's proposal, and on August 24 the House passed 17 amendments to be added to the Constitution.

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Answer:

The correct answer is D. James Madison

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