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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Western Territory, the Land Companies and the Northwest Ordinance. Manasseh Cutler..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is indigence a bad word for most delegates to the Convention?
(a) The delegates are concerned that European countries realize the states need assistance in paying off their debts.
(b) The delegates believe that the indigent population rebels against their decisions at any moment.
(c) The delegates are fearful of becoming poor themselves.
(d) The delegates associate poverty with laziness.

2. In 1787, which American city reminds travelers of London?
(a) Philadelphia.
(b) Washington, D. C..
(c) New York City.
(d) Boston.

3. What American diversion does Chevalier de Chastelleux experience while in Connecticut?
(a) Horse racing.
(b) Hunting wild turkey.
(c) Squirrel hunting.
(d) Clearing timber for farmland.

4. In Chapter Six, the Convention delegates decide the members of the National Senate are to be chosen by which procedure?
(a) Appointment by state legislatures.
(b) Appointment by the Chief Executive.
(c) Election by current members of the Congress.
(d) Election by popular vote.

5. What does Madison consider "a clear principle of free government"?
(a) The announcement and publication of all government decisions.
(b) The ability of the people to elect at least one branch of the legislature.
(c) The ability of anyone to run for legislative office.
(d) Voting rights for everyone, regardless of status.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1787, which American City still shows the effects of the Revolutionary War?

2. How does Hamilton get named as a delegate to the Convention?

3. Why is no argument made against Hamilton's speech?

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

5. At the beginning of the Convention, Governor Morris reads a letter from whom?

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