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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. Who is called the "unsung hero" of the Convention?
(a) Edmund Randolph.
(b) James Wilson.
(c) Elbridge Gerry.
(d) Charles Pinckney.

2. As described in Chapter Four, what is the main focus of the delegates' debates?
(a) The rights of states.
(b) The rights of immigrants.
(c) The rights of individual citizens.
(d) The right to prepare a Constitution.

3. The delegates decide that congressmen are to be paid how?
(a) By a fixed, moderate stipend from individual state treasuries.
(b) By fixed, moderate stipend from the national treasury.
(c) By a salary with annual raises based on longevity.
(d) By a fixed salary equivalent to two-thirds of a typical merchant salary.

4. In Chapter Five, what situation does Madison feel is "peculiarly embarrassing"?
(a) The speech of Benjamin Franklin.
(b) The discussion of the role and salary of the chief executive while Washington is in the room.
(c) The lack of dignity shown by delegates in the discussion about a chief executive.
(d) The discussion of citizenship rights for Congressmen.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is elected secretary of the Convention?

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

3. Which delegate is credited with being the strongest influence on the creation of the 1787 Convention?

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

5. Which delegate from South Carolina claims to have a plan similar to that presented by Edmund Randolph?

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