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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Massachusetts. The People Speak..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Seven, which delegate is identified as "not consulted" on the vote to grant the national legislature veto power over all laws they deem improper?
(a) George Mason.
(b) Edmund Randolph.
(c) Pierce Butler.
(d) George Washington.

2. In Chapter Six, the Convention delegates decide the members of the National Senate are to be chosen by which procedure?
(a) Election by popular vote.
(b) Appointment by the Chief Executive.
(c) Election by current members of the Congress.
(d) Appointment by state legislatures.

3. What is the result of Dr. Franklin's speech on representation as described in Chapter Eight?
(a) Tempers flare and the delegates adjourn to give everyone time to think.
(b) The delegates adopt Dr. Franklin's recommendations.
(c) The delegates close discussion about representation and move to a different issue.
(d) Tempers cool and the delegates re-examine the issue.

4. Why does New Hampshire delay in sending delegates to the Convention?
(a) The state government does not agree with the premises of the Convention.
(b) There are no delegates elected until after the Convention begins.
(c) There is no money in the treasury to pay expenses.
(d) The delegates are all participating in the Congressional session.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are French noblemen amazed to find Revolutionary War officers working as innkeepers?

2. As described in Chapter Four, what is the main focus of the delegates' debates?

3. Why does George Mason object to the motion empowering Congress to cut canals where needed?

4. What is Shay's Rebellion?

5. What is the last major issue Convention delegates consider?

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