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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How does Rutledge and Butler believe representation is determined? (from America Divided. Sherman's Compromise. The Committee of the Whole Makes its Report. June 11-13.)

By the number of citizens living within each state.

By the amount of taxes paid to the National treasury.

By the physical area of the state, including parts of the Western Territory.

By the number of babies born each year.

2.

In Chapter Seven, which delegate is described as being aware of the importance and significance of the Convention and its business? (from The Congressional Veto. Proportional Representation. The Delegates Write Home.)

Edmund Randolph.

George Mason.

Pierce Butler.

George Washington.

3.

According to Roger Williams, what is the principle at the heart of constitutional government? (from Committee of Detail. The Slavery Compromise.)

The civil power, with people consenting and agreeing.

Equal representation for states.

The pursuit of happiness.

The abolition of slavery.

4.

How does Hamilton get named as a delegate to the Convention? (from The New Jersey Plan. Alexander Hamilton Makes his Speech. June 15-19.)

His father-in-law has political prestige.

He is asked to participate by George Washington.

He is a member of the ruling political party in New York.

He is the governor of New York.

5.

On the last day, which delegate states he is determined to withhold his name from the Constitution? (from A Bill of Rights Rejected.)

Elbridge Gerry.

John Rutledge.

Luther Martin.

Charles Pinckney.

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