Miracle at Philadelphia Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

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

The State House is too small.

The governor is an active member of the church.

Samuel Adams wants all meetings to open with prayer.

The church is the foundation of Massachusetts government.

2.

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

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

Those who live elsewhere have more life experience to share.

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

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

3.

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.

The delegates adopt Dr. Franklin's recommendations.

Tempers cool and the delegates re-examine the issue.

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

4.

What is the first resolution of the New Jersey Plan? (from The New Jersey Plan. Alexander Hamilton Makes his Speech. June 15-19.)

That all states have equal representation in Congress.

That a single executive governs the country.

That the Articles of Confederation are revised to make the federal Constitution adequate.

That a national government is established with a supreme legislative, judicial, and executive branches.

5.

What American diversion does Chevalier de Chastelleux experience while in Connecticut? (from Journey Through the American States. The Physical Scene.)

Hunting wild turkey.

Clearing timber for farmland.

Squirrel hunting.

Horse racing.

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