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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why is a permanent location for the new government more important than it is for the old government? (from Foreigners in Congress. The Ten Miles Square.)

Because the new President wants a permanent home.

To alleviate sectional differences, since Southern congressmen feel uncomfortable in the North.

To provide a distinction from the old government, where Congress moves from city to city.

There are more congressmen, including those from the interior of the country, and there needs to be a consistency for travel purposes.

2.

Why do delegates to the Massachusetts Convention meet in Boston's Brattle Street Church? (from Massachusetts. The People Speak.)

Samuel Adams wants all meetings to open with prayer.

The governor is an active member of the church.

The State House is too small.

The church is the foundation of Massachusetts government.

3.

Which delegate is vehemently against the idea of a standing army? (from Test Oaths, Deism and Tolerance. A Standing Army. Treason Defined.)

Ellsworth.

Governor Morris.

James Madison.

Elbridge Gerry.

4.

What is the result of Dr. Franklin's speech on representation as described in Chapter Eight? (from America Divided. Sherman's Compromise. The Committee of the Whole Makes its Report. June 11-13.)

The delegates close discussion about representation and move to a different issue.

Tempers flare and the delegates adjourn to give everyone time to think.

Tempers cool and the delegates re-examine the issue.

The delegates adopt Dr. Franklin's recommendations.

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.

Edmund Randolph.

Pierce Butler.

George Washington.

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