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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Federal versus National. The Two Supremes. The City of Philadelphia..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the function of the Committee of the Whole House?
(a) To allow delegates a chance to discuss issues without being bound to their opinion.
(b) To give delegates the chance to gather in smaller groups to discuss issues.
(c) To maintain an accurate record of all the issues being discussed.
(d) To vote on the Virginia Resolves.

2. What type of government does Virginia's George Wythe support?
(a) A strong national government.
(b) A weak national government.
(c) Continuation of the confederation.
(d) A monarchy.

3. What forms the basis of the Convention's procedure?
(a) The Pennsylvania Constitution.
(b) The Articles of Confederation.
(c) The Magna Carta.
(d) The Virginia Resolves.

4. Who is elected the president of the Convention?
(a) Washington.
(b) Morris.
(c) Madison.
(d) Hamilton.

5. When the Convention opens, in which city is Congress meeting?
(a) Trenton, New Jersey.
(b) New York City.
(c) Philadelphia.
(d) Boston.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is elected secretary of the Convention?

2. According to the Convention rules, how many states make a quorum?

3. Which delegate is credited with being the strongest influence on the creation of the 1787 Convention?

4. How does Dr. Franklin arrive at the State House?

5. Who is Robert Morris?

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