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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. What does Madison consider to be the usefulness of the Senate?
(a) The Senate is able to work more closely with the President because they have a similar perspective on American government.
(b) The Senate is able to discuss foreign matters with more authority because more Senators travel to Europe.
(c) The Senate is able to counteract the decisions made by a popularly elected branch of legislature.
(d) The Senate is able to make decisions with more coolness, systematic procedure, and wisdom than the popularly elected branch of legislature.

2. Who is Washington's aide-de-camp during the Revolutionary War?
(a) King.
(b) Madison.
(c) Hamilton.
(d) Gerry.

3. What does the "pursuit of happiness" mean to the Convention delegates?
(a) A man engages in any type of private behavior as long as he is happy.
(b) A man has the potential to choose any occupation.
(c) A man is able to vote in all elections.
(d) A man rises according to his abilities and industry.

4. What is Jefferson's position regarding Shay's Rebellion?
(a) Jefferson remains neutral about the events labeled as Shay's Rebellion.
(b) Jefferson argues that the principles of Shay's Rebellion are used to write the Constitution.
(c) Jefferson condemns the rebels for acting against the government.
(d) Jefferson supports the spirit of resistance to government demonstrated by the rebels.

5. What convenience is just becoming fashionable at the time of the Convention?
(a) Boots.
(b) Toothbrushes.
(c) Plows.
(d) Buckles.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Seven, which delegate is described as being aware of the importance and significance of the Convention and its business?

2. Which late-arriving delegate is also governor of New Jersey?

3. Who is elected the president of the Convention?

4. Why does Dr. Franklin argue for a plural executive?

5. How does Washington get his title of Commander in Chief?

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