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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Foreigners in Congress. The Ten Miles Square..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bedford declare the small states do if the large states dissolve the Confederation?
(a) Start a war against the large states.
(b) Align themselves with one of the large states.
(c) Band together to form their own union.
(d) Find a foreign ally to assist them.

2. According to Roger Williams, what is the principle at the heart of constitutional government?
(a) Equal representation for states.
(b) The pursuit of happiness.
(c) The abolition of slavery.
(d) The civil power, with people consenting and agreeing.

3. Which delegate wishes to establish a national university supported by Congress?
(a) Elbridge Gerry.
(b) George Washington.
(c) James Madison.
(d) Alexander Hamilton.

4. 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.

5. Which state sends the most delegates to the Convention?
(a) Pennsylvania.
(b) Virginia.
(c) New York.
(d) Delaware.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is elected the president of the Convention?

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

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

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

5. Who writes that Rhode Island's absence from the Convention is insignificant in the face of the stated unity of the delegates?

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