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

2. Which delegate is vehemently against the idea of a standing army?
(a) Ellsworth.
(b) Elbridge Gerry.
(c) Governor Morris.
(d) James Madison.

3. Why is the Province of Maine worried about the new Constitution?
(a) They think it is too restrictive on commerce.
(b) They think it interferes with provincial government regulations.
(c) They think it prevents their separation from Massachusetts to become an independent state.
(d) They think it gives too many rights to Southern states.

4. Why are Philadelphia's artisans and mechanics in favor of the Constitution?
(a) They believe it makes them equivalent to the wealthy landowners.
(b) They believe it opens the Western Territories and give them a chance to own property.
(c) They believe it improves trade with Europe.
(d) They believe it gives them additional opportunities to enter government.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which delegate to the Pennsylvania Convention is most vocal in his support for the Constitution?

3. What is the result of the Great Compromise?

4. What question surrounds the division of the Western Territories?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Washington's character described by his contemporaries?

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

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

4. Why is the Northwest Ordinance called the third great document of American history?

5. Why is Jonathan Smith's speech powerful?

6. Why is the insertion of the phrase "We the People of the United States" considered to be both a bold move and a smart decision?

7. What is the difference between the British and American views of the farmer during the eighteenth century?

8. What underlying concerns are voiced during the discussion about the seat of a national government?

9. Why is slavery an issue at the Convention?

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

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