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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Federal versus National. The Two Supremes. The City of Philadelphia..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Robert Morris?
(a) An assistant to Washington.
(b) The governor of Maryland.
(c) The richest man in Philadelphia.
(d) A delegate from New Jersey.

2. What is the function of the Committee of the Whole House?
(a) To maintain an accurate record of all the issues being discussed.
(b) To vote on the Virginia Resolves.
(c) To allow delegates a chance to discuss issues without being bound to their opinion.
(d) To give delegates the chance to gather in smaller groups to discuss issues.

3. According to the Convention rules, how many states make a quorum?
(a) Three.
(b) Seven.
(c) Thirteen.
(d) Twelve.

4. Which delegate is called "The Tall Boy" during the Continental Congress?
(a) Elbridge Gerry.
(b) Rufus King.
(c) Thomas Jefferson.
(d) Governor Morris.

5. Which "firebrands" of the American Revolution are absent from the Convention?
(a) Patrick Henry and Sam Adams.
(b) Sam Adams and Alexander Hamilton.
(c) George Washington and Patrick Henry.
(d) Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What question is considered at the first Saturday meeting of the quorum?

2. Where does the Convention meet?

3. What forms the basis of the Convention's procedure?

4. What type of government does Virginia's George Wythe support?

5. Which delegate is Washington's neighbor on the Potomac?

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