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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Edmund Randolph, what is the purpose of a preamble?
(a) To answer questions of law.
(b) To designate the ends of government and human politics.
(c) To guarantee equal access to Congress.
(d) To demonstrate equality and democracy.

2. By August 30th, what date has been set for the final adjournment?
(a) August 31st.
(b) No date has been set.
(c) September 1st.
(d) September 31st.

3. Which delegate moves to postpone the vote on ratification?
(a) Elbridge Gerry.
(b) Rufus King.
(c) Governor Morris.
(d) James Madison.

4. Which delegate signs the Continental Association of 1774, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution?
(a) Elbridge Gerry.
(b) Rufus King.
(c) Edmund Randolph.
(d) Roger Sherman.

5. How does George Washington show his approval or disapproval of measures discussed at the Convention?
(a) By smiling or frowning.
(b) By making short comments.
(c) By delivering long speeches.
(d) By sharing his comments with Madison, who presents them to the full Convention.

6. On the last day, which delegate states he is determined to withhold his name from the Constitution?
(a) Charles Pinckney.
(b) Luther Martin.
(c) John Rutledge.
(d) Elbridge Gerry.

7. Who creates a dictionary to capitalize on the uniqueness of the American language?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) Noah Webster.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) James Madison.

8. Why is Pierce Butler opposed to foreigners without a long residence in America being elected to Congress?
(a) He believes such individuals bring attachments to other countries that are dangerous to American beliefs.
(b) He believes that only native-born individuals understand democracy.
(c) He believes that foreigners are not capable of governing effectively.
(d) He believes that Congress functions more efficiently if they are all native English speakers.

9. In the events presented in Chapter 18, what patriotic measure does George Mason introduce?
(a) The encouragement of native manufacturers though sumptuary laws.
(b) An oath of allegiance to the new government.
(c) The establishment of a national flag.
(d) The right of all citizens to vote for the chief executive.

10. Which basic proposition is common to the Virginia Plan, the New Jersey Plan, and the Report of the Committee of Detail?
(a) A government in three parts: executive, legislative, judicial.
(b) The method of determining who is chief executive.
(c) Length of residency for Congress members.
(d) Proportional representation for each state by size of state-owned land.

11. What is the last major issue Convention delegates consider?
(a) The way the states are represented in the new legislature.
(b) The way the Constitution is ratified.
(c) The method for electing state legislatures.
(d) The procedure for electing a President.

12. What does Bowen describe as Madison's strength?
(a) His knowledge of human nature.
(b) His ability to write historical documents.
(c) His oratory ability.
(d) His knowledge of political science, governments, and constitutions.

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

14. What is the delegates' decision regarding the location of a fixed seat for the national government?
(a) The first President chooses where government is located.
(b) A new area, known as Washington, is created.
(c) Government continues moving between major Eastern cities.
(d) The decision is left to Congress.

15. Why does Franklin believe foreign-born citizens are allowed to serve in Congress?
(a) Their choice to live in America indicates a depth of attachment to and affection for the country.
(b) Those who live elsewhere have more life experience to share.
(c) Foreign-born citizens are more likely to support a national government.
(d) Their knowledge of commerce and trade in Europe helps a new government.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which delegate argue that restrictions on the citizenship of legislators are left for Congress to decide?

2. In Chapter 21, what does George Mason want to be included in the Constitution?

3. According to Roger Williams, what is the principle at the heart of constitutional government?

4. 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?

5. What is the federal ratio?

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