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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Tension Mounts. Europe and America..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which delegate is born in Scotland and signs the Declaration of Independence?
(a) John Dickinson.
(b) Pierce Butler.
(c) James Wilson.
(d) John Rutledge.

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

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

4. What metaphor does John Dickinson use to describe his view of American government?
(a) A farm, with the farmer representing the central government.
(b) A machine, with the parts representing the legislative body.
(c) A solar system with the sun representing the central government.
(d) A family, with the father representing the chief executive.

5. Why does Patterson of New Jersey ask for time in mid June?
(a) To return home and take care of his family.
(b) To develop and gather support for an alternative to the Virginia Plan.
(c) To discuss Convention matters with other delegates from his state.
(d) To prepare a draft of the Constitution for the Committee of the Whole.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which delegate is called "The Tall Boy" during the Continental Congress?

2. Which state comes prepared to oppose proportional representation?

3. When the Convention opens, in which city is Congress meeting?

4. Why is it difficult for Congress to obtain a quorum?

5. What does the "pursuit of happiness" mean to the Convention delegates?

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