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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. What does the term "American" mean to William Priest?
(a) Any person living in the New World.
(b) An Indian or one of the New World "aborigines".
(c) Someone who pledges to support the new government.
(d) A white man descends from a native of Europe.

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

3. According to the Convention rules, how many states make a quorum?
(a) Thirteen.
(b) Three.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Seven.

4. What is the first resolution of the New Jersey Plan?
(a) That the Articles of Confederation are revised to make the federal Constitution adequate.
(b) That a single executive governs the country.
(c) That a national government is established with a supreme legislative, judicial, and executive branches.
(d) That all states have equal representation in Congress.

5. Why does George Mason object to the motion empowering Congress to cut canals where needed?
(a) He believes the future of transportation lay elsewhere and this is wasteful spending.
(b) He believes it create monopolies.
(c) He thinks it gives an advantage to the Western Territories.
(d) He thinks Philadelphia uses it as an excuse for establishing a bank.

Short Answer Questions

1. What American diversion does Chevalier de Chastelleux experience while in Connecticut?

2. Who creates a dictionary to capitalize on the uniqueness of the American language?

3. What type of government does Virginia's George Wythe support?

4. What issue is most important for the states of Kentucky and Tennessee?

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

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