Chapter 6 New Nation

Who is known as "The Father of Our Country?"

• George Mason
• James Madison
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson

Who is known as "The Father of the Constitution?"

• George Mason
• James Madison
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson

Which famous Virginian is responsible for writing the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom?

• George Mason
• James Madison
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson

How did James Madison help during the Constitutional Convention?

• He refused to sign the Constitution after it was written
• His skills at compromise helped the delegates agree
• He wrote the first draft by himself
• He wrote the Bill of Rights

Which document states that all Virginians have many rights, including freedom of religion and freedom of the press?

• Virginia Declaration of Rights
• Virginia Company of London Charter
• Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
• Declaration of Independence

Who wrote the Virginia Declaration of Rights?

• George Mason
• James Madison
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson

The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom influenced _______?

• Declaration of Independence
• Articles of Confederation
• 1st Amendment
• 2nd Amendment

The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom ________

• stated that people are free to worship in any way they like.
• allowed people to choose any religion they want.
• displayed key ideas that were later used in the U.S. Constitution.
• All of the above.

George Washington ________.

• refused to sign the constitution.
• was an excellent model for future presidents.
• was good at compromise.
• kept detailed notes.

What fact about James Madison is NOT true.

• Kept detailed notes during the Constitutional Convention.
• Called the "Father of the Constitution."
• Skilled at compromise
• "Father of our Country."