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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Life, Liberty and Property. The People at Large. The Method of Electing Congressmen. June 6-7..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which delegate is the oldest?
(a) James Madison.
(b) Benjamin Franklin.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) George Washington.

2. Which delegate is beloved by the French?
(a) Alexander Hamilton.
(b) Rufus King.
(c) Thomas Jefferson.
(d) Benjamin Franklin.

3. Why isn't the Convention called the Constitutional Convention?
(a) The Constitution is not written until after the Convention is over.
(b) The Constitution is already drafted, and the Convention is held to discuss the draft.
(c) The initial purpose is to revise the Articles of Confederation, not to write a Constitution.
(d) The Convention does not discuss the development of a Constitution.

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

5. What sound is prevalent in Philadelphia during the Convention?
(a) The clang of the printing press.
(b) The hissing of steam engines.
(c) Preachers preaching.
(d) The ringing of bells.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Washington's aide-de-camp during the Revolutionary War?

2. What do delegates see if they visit Carpenters' Hall?

3. What question is considered at the first Saturday meeting of the quorum?

4. What metaphor does John Dickinson use to describe his view of American government?

5. What convenience is just becoming fashionable at the time of the Convention?

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