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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Bill of Rights Rejected..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which delegate chairs the committee that writes the Articles of Confederation?
(a) James Wilson.
(b) Alexander Hamilton.
(c) John Dickinson.
(d) James Madison.

2. What is the outcome of the vote over the New Jersey plan?
(a) The states unanimously agree upon the New Jersey Plan.
(b) In a seven to three vote, the states chose the New Jersey Plan.
(c) In a seven to three vote, the states chose the Virginia Plan.
(d) The states unanimously vote against the New Jersey Plan.

3. Why is Pierce Butler opposed to foreigners without a long residence in America being elected to Congress?
(a) He believes that only native-born individuals understand democracy.
(b) He believes that foreigners are not capable of governing effectively.
(c) He believes such individuals bring attachments to other countries that are dangerous to American beliefs.
(d) He believes that Congress functions more efficiently if they are all native English speakers.

4. Which delegate argue that restrictions on the citizenship of legislators are left for Congress to decide?
(a) Edmund Randolph.
(b) James Madison.
(c) Charles Pinckney.
(d) Robert Morris.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the federal ratio?

2. What is the delegates' decision regarding the location of a fixed seat for the national government?

3. Which late-arriving delegate is also governor of New Jersey?

4. Why is no argument made against Hamilton's speech?

5. Who is elected the president of the Convention?

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