What does it mean to ratify something

To "ratify" something means to confirm by expressing consent/approval

Explanation: For example,

Numerous countries have refused to ratify the treaty.

to confirm by expressing consent, approval, or formal sanction: to ratify a constitutional amendment.

Explanation:

answer; /// the above statement is (false); the smaller states objected to the virginia plan because they would have fewer votes that the larger states;

1st amendment: freedom of speech, religion, petition, press, and assembly

2nd: right to bear arms

3rd: quartering of soldiers

4th: search and seizure