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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. Why is no argument made against Hamilton's speech?
(a) The delegates agree with the clarity of his thinking.
(b) It is so extreme that no appropriate response or rebuttal is given.
(c) It is so vague that the delegates do not understand what he intends.
(d) It appropriately addresses all of the concerns of the delegates.

2. Who writes the Virginia Act approving a Federal Convention?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) James Madison.
(c) George Washington.
(d) Robert Morris.

3. What do the Virginia delegates do before a quorum of states arrive?
(a) The delegates draft 15 Articles of Confederation detailing a plan for government.
(b) The delegates write 15 Resolves detailing a plan for government.
(c) The delegates craft a new Constitution for the United States.
(d) The delegates meet with delegates from other states to establish a common ground.

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

5. Which issue tie up the Convention proceedings for days?
(a) How states are to be represented in Congress.
(b) How states are allowed to veto Congressional decisions.
(c) How states are to be governed.
(d) How states elect members of the Senate.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Society of the Cincinnati?

2. According to the Convention rules, how are questions to be decided?

3. What two types of documents do Convention delegates have to guide their discussion of states' rights?

4. Which delegate is vehemently opposed to the clause in the Virginia Resolves that gives the national legislature authority to veto laws they judge improper?

5. Who is elected secretary of the Convention?

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