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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

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

Charles Pinckney.

John Rutledge.

Elbridge Gerry.

Luther Martin.

2.

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

The clothing worn by the women.

The accents of the Southern citizens.

The distance between cities.

The slave quarters at Mount Vernon.

3.

Why does Franklin believe foreign-born citizens are allowed to serve in Congress? (from Foreigners in Congress. The Ten Miles Square.)

Foreign-born citizens are more likely to support a national government.

Their choice to live in America indicates a depth of attachment to and affection for the country.

Their knowledge of commerce and trade in Europe helps a new government.

Those who live elsewhere have more life experience to share.

4.

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

By the number of babies born each year.

By the amount of taxes paid to the National treasury.

5.

Which issue tie up the Convention proceedings for days? (from The Congressional Veto. Proportional Representation. The Delegates Write Home.)

How states are to be governed.

How states are to be represented in Congress.

How states elect members of the Senate.

How states are allowed to veto Congressional decisions.

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