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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.)

Thomas Jefferson.

Dr. Benjamin Rush.

Dr. Benjamin Franklin.

James Madison.

2.

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

The pursuit of happiness.

The civil power, with people consenting and agreeing.

The abolition of slavery.

Equal representation for states.

3.

Which state delegation split their vote on July second? (from The Tension Mounts. Europe and America.)

Pennsylvania.

Georgia.

New York.

Maryland.

4.

What does the term "American" mean to William Priest? (from Journey Through the American States, Continued. The People.)

Someone who pledges to support the new government.

A white man descends from a native of Europe.

An Indian or one of the New World "aborigines".

Any person living in the New World.

5.

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.)

George Mason.

Pierce Butler.

Edmund Randolph.

George Washington.

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