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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Thomas Jefferson absent from the Convention?

2. Which American food does Brissot de Warville describe as food for the man who wants to be free?

3. What is Jefferson's position regarding Shay's Rebellion?

4. According to the Convention rules, how are questions to be decided?

5. Which state does not send a delegation to the Convention?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is New York City like in 1787?

2. What arguments do James Madison present in his rebuttal of the New Jersey plan?

3. What are the "original principles" according to the delegates?

4. In Chapter Five, which Resolves are postponed for later discussion?

5. What rules do Convention delegates agree upon?

6. What are the terms of Hamilton's plan for a republican government?

7. What characteristic and accomplishments make Rufus King the most impressive of the delegates from Massachusetts?

8. Why is there an argument over the issue of a single executive?

9. Why is it significant that the Constitution ultimately requires no property qualifications for those who govern the country?

10. Under the Articles of Confederation, what are some of the weaknesses of government?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Although the land known as the Western Territories is untamed frontier, the area is a frequent topic of discussion during the Convention proceedings. Write a well-crafted essay that identifies the concerns and issues surrounding the Western Territories, as well as the ways delegates deal with those concerns and issues.

Essay Topic 2

Convention delegates find many topics that cause controversy. In several instances, the best solution is a compromise. Identify three controversial topics, describe the source of the controversy, and explain how the delegates compromise to resolve the issue. Which compromise do you believe to be the most important? Provide evidence to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

By 1787, there are some distinctions between the viewpoints of Northern and Southern states. Identify three (3) issues where there are regional differences. Write a well-crafted essay that presents the regional perspectives on each each issue, identifying specific delegates and states if possible.

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