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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Who writes that Rhode Island's absence from the Convention is insignificant in the face of the stated unity of the delegates? (from The Congressional Veto. Proportional Representation. The Delegates Write Home.)

Dr. Benjamin Franklin.

James Madison.

Dr. Benjamin Rush.

Thomas Jefferson.

2.

How does George Washington show his approval or disapproval of measures discussed at the Convention? (from The Great Compromise. A King for America. Ten-Day Adjournment. General Washington Goes Fishing.)

By smiling or frowning.

By making short comments.

By delivering long speeches.

By sharing his comments with Madison, who presents them to the full Convention.

3.

What shocks European visitors to the Southern states? (from Journey Through the American States, Continued. The People.)

The slave quarters at Mount Vernon.

The accents of the Southern citizens.

The distance between cities.

The clothing worn by the women.

4.

Which delegate to the Constitution Convention is not elected as a delegate to the Massachusetts Convention? (from Massachusetts. The People Speak.)

Caleb Strong.

Nathaniel Gorham.

Elbridge Gerry.

Rufus King.

5.

Why does New Hampshire delay their vote on the Constitution? (from Virginia and New York. The Federal Procession.)

They are concerned about becoming the ninth state to ratify the Constitution.

They want to put together a series of amendments that supplement the Constitution.

They want to become the ninth state to ratify the Constitution.

They dod not get a quorum together for their Convention vote.

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