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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How does Hamilton get named as a delegate to the Convention? (from The New Jersey Plan. Alexander Hamilton Makes his Speech. June 15-19.)

He is asked to participate by George Washington.

His father-in-law has political prestige.

He is a member of the ruling political party in New York.

He is the governor of New York.

2.

According to Roger Williams, what is the principle at the heart of constitutional government? (from Committee of Detail. The Slavery Compromise.)

Equal representation for states.

The abolition of slavery.

The civil power, with people consenting and agreeing.

The pursuit of happiness.

3.

Who writes that Rhode Island's absence from the Convention is insignificant in the face of the stated unity of the delegates? (from The Congressional Veto. Proportional Representation. The Delegates Write Home.)

Thomas Jefferson.

Dr. Benjamin Franklin.

Dr. Benjamin Rush.

James Madison.

4.

Why does New Hampshire delay their vote on the Constitution? (from Virginia and New York. The Federal Procession.)

They want to put together a series of amendments that supplement the Constitution.

They are concerned about becoming the ninth state to ratify the Constitution.

They dod not get a quorum together for their Convention vote.

They want to become the ninth state to ratify the Constitution.

5.

What is the result of Dr. Franklin's speech on representation as described in Chapter Eight? (from America Divided. Sherman's Compromise. The Committee of the Whole Makes its Report. June 11-13.)

The delegates close discussion about representation and move to a different issue.

Tempers flare and the delegates adjourn to give everyone time to think.

Tempers cool and the delegates re-examine the issue.

The delegates adopt Dr. Franklin's recommendations.

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