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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Western Territory, the Land Companies and the Northwest Ordinance. Manasseh Cutler..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1787, which state is not participating in the Union?
(a) New Jersey.
(b) New York.
(c) Vermont.
(d) Maryland.

2. Why is no argument made against Hamilton's speech?
(a) The delegates agree with the clarity of his thinking.
(b) It appropriately addresses all of the concerns of the delegates.
(c) It is so extreme that no appropriate response or rebuttal is given.
(d) It is so vague that the delegates do not understand what he intends.

3. What question is considered at the first Saturday meeting of the quorum?
(a) What is the role of the executive in the new government?
(b) What type of government best suites America?
(c) Who is president of the Convention?
(d) What representation is used for Congress?

4. What American diversion does Chevalier de Chastelleux experience while in Connecticut?
(a) Hunting wild turkey.
(b) Squirrel hunting.
(c) Horse racing.
(d) Clearing timber for farmland.

5. Which delegate elegantly rebuts Paterson's defense of the New Jersey plan?
(a) Alexander Hamilton.
(b) James Wilson.
(c) George Washington.
(d) Charles Pinckney.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Madison consider to be the usefulness of the Senate?

2. What reason does Mason give as Hamilton's reason for leaving the Convention?

3. What question surrounds the division of the Western Territories?

4. Which delegate is president of the Illinois-Wabash Land Company?

5. According to the Convention rules, how many states make a quorum?

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