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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 1787, which state is not participating in the Union?
(a) Vermont.
(b) Maryland.
(c) New York.
(d) New Jersey.

2. What is Deism?
(a) The religious foundation for the state of Massachusetts.
(b) A religious belief that god is to be found through belief, not revelation.
(c) A political movement advocating test oaths with a religious basis.
(d) The practice of disagreeing with organized religion.

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

4. Which member of the Committee of Style and Arrangement is said to be unequaled as an orator?
(a) Rufus King.
(b) Edmund Randolph.
(c) Elbridge Gerry.
(d) William Samuel Johnson.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which delegate is beloved by the French?

2. Which American food does Brissot de Warville describe as food for the man who wants to be free?

3. At the beginning of the Convention, Governor Morris reads a letter from whom?

4. What kind of veto power does the Convention delegates finally grant to the executive?

5. What does Widgery do after the Constitution is ratified by the Massachusetts Convention?

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