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

2. Who is named Chairman of the Committee of Style and Arrangement?
(a) James Madison.
(b) William Samuel Johnson.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) Rufus King.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Oliver Ellsworth argues that which state should ratify the Constitution or risk being overtaken by New York?

2. What are foreign visitors to America surprised they don't see more frequently?

3. Why are Philadelphia's artisans and mechanics in favor of the Constitution?

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

5. What is the delegates' decision regarding the location of a fixed seat for the national government?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the basis for the arguments presented by the Anti-federalists in Massachusetts?

2. Why is Jonathan Smith's speech powerful?

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

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

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

6. Why does Randolph decline to sign the Constitution?

7. What is the Committee of Style and Arrangement?

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

9. What are the differences between living conditions along the Atlantic coastline and in the interior country or back land?

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

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