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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The New Jersey Plan. Alexander Hamilton Makes his Speech. June 15-19..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hamilton get named as a delegate to the Convention?
(a) His father-in-law has political prestige.
(b) He is the governor of New York.
(c) He is a member of the ruling political party in New York.
(d) He is asked to participate by George Washington.

2. What is the ever-present danger delegates do not discuss?
(a) None of the New York delegates return once they leave.
(b) The Convention dissolving and the project being abandoned.
(c) There is never a quorum of delegates.
(d) The choice of a single executive reminding people of the British monarchy.

3. Who is Edmund Randolph?
(a) Governor of New York.
(b) Governor of Virginia.
(c) Governor of New Hampshire.
(d) Governor of New Jersey.

4. Who proposes the compromise on representation?
(a) Roger Sherman.
(b) James Wilson.
(c) Elbridge Gerry.
(d) John Rutledge.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The delegates decide that congressmen are to be paid how?

2. Which state sends the most delegates to the Convention?

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

4. Chapter Five describes which Virginia Resolve that is considered at the beginning of June?

5. Who is called the "unsung hero" of the Convention?

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