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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 is the function of the Committee of the Whole House?
(a) To give delegates the chance to gather in smaller groups to discuss issues.
(b) To allow delegates a chance to discuss issues without being bound to their opinion.
(c) To maintain an accurate record of all the issues being discussed.
(d) To vote on the Virginia Resolves.

2. In Chapter 11, which delegate reminds the Convention that because the states are commercial, they continue to be engaged in European politics?
(a) Rufus King.
(b) Gunning Bradford.
(c) Governor Morris.
(d) Edmund Randolph.

3. On June 19th, which delegate begins the day by arguing against the New Jersey Plan?
(a) Edmund Randolph.
(b) Rufus King.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) James Madison.

4. Why does Madison oppose the popular election of the President?
(a) He believes people prefer to elect a citizen from their own state and smaller states have a disadvantage.
(b) He believes that the people are not smart enough to understand the consequences of a popular election.
(c) He believes the government is in the form of a monarchy.
(d) He is concerned that political parties unduly effect the outcome of a popular election.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which delegate argues that the only requirement for a legislator is citizenship, with no restriction on the length of time the individual has been in America?

2. Why is Pierce Butler opposed to foreigners without a long residence in America being elected to Congress?

3. Which delegate is born in Scotland and signs the Declaration of Independence?

4. Chapter Five describes which Virginia Resolve that is considered at the beginning of June?

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

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