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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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) Their knowledge of commerce and trade in Europe helps a new government.
(c) Those who live elsewhere have more life experience to share.
(d) Foreign-born citizens are more likely to support a national government.

3. What motion does Franklin propose on the final day of the Convention?
(a) The Constitution is ratified by Congress as it is written at the Convention.
(b) Representation in Congress is changed from one for every 40,000 to 1 for every 30,000 people.
(c) The Constitution is unanimously signed by states, not by individual delegates.
(d) A Bill of Rights is attached to the Constitution.

4. In Chapter 21, what does George Mason want to be included in the Constitution?
(a) A different preamble.
(b) The empowerment of Congress to cut canals.
(c) The empowerment of Congress to establish a University.
(d) A bill of rights.

5. The delegates pass a motion that the official Convention papers are kept by whom?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) George Washington.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) James Madison.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it necessary for the Western Territories to have an ocean port?

2. Why does Madison oppose the popular election of the President?

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

4. What does Congress do eight days after receiving the Constitution?

5. What are the Federalist Papers?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Franklin argue that delegates approve the Constitution even if they have objections?

2. Why is ratification an important issue?

3. Why is Jonathan Smith's speech powerful?

4. What are James Wilson's arguments in favor of allowing foreign-born Americans to participate in government?

5. Why are test oaths an issue for the delegates?

6. Why do the delegates vote against adding the Bill of Rights to the Constitution?

7. Why aren't the delegates upset by the idea of a monarchy as a form of government?

8. What do Randolph and the other members of the Committee of Detail think are necessary elements for a well-composed Constitution?

9. Why is it difficult for the delegates to define treason?

10. Why is slavery an issue at the Convention?

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