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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Bill of Rights Rejected..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the Convention rules, how are questions to be decided?
(a) By a majority vote by delegates.
(b) By a unanimous vote of the delegates.
(c) By secret ballot.
(d) By a vote of two-thirds of the delegates.

2. What kind of veto power does the Convention delegates finally grant to the executive?
(a) Veto power subject to overrule by 2/3 of Congress.
(b) Veto power subject to overrule by 1/2 of Congress.
(c) Absolute veto power.
(d) No veto power.

3. Which delegate makes the motion that an address to the people accompanies the Constitution?
(a) Charles Pinckney.
(b) Elbridge Gerry.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) Rufus King.

4. What does the "pursuit of happiness" mean to the Convention delegates?
(a) A man has the potential to choose any occupation.
(b) A man rises according to his abilities and industry.
(c) A man engages in any type of private behavior as long as he is happy.
(d) A man is able to vote in all elections.

5. According to Edmund Randolph, what is the purpose of a preamble?
(a) To demonstrate equality and democracy.
(b) To designate the ends of government and human politics.
(c) To guarantee equal access to Congress.
(d) To answer questions of law.

Short Answer Questions

1. By August 30th, what date has been set for the final adjournment?

2. What metaphor does John Dickinson use to describe his view of American government?

3. What does late-eighteenth-century Americans eat for breakfast?

4. What are foreign visitors to America surprised they don't see more frequently?

5. What question surrounds the division of the Western Territories?

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