The Constitutional Convention of 1787

When did the grand Convention in Philadelphia begin?

• May 14, 1787

• May 25, 1787

• June 1, 1787

• June 15, 1787

How many delegates arrived in Philadelphia over the course of the Convention?

• 65

• 55

• 75

• 45

What was the average age of the delegates at the Convention?

• 54

• 44

• 64

• 34

What type of clothing did the delegates wear at the Convention?

• T-shirts and shorts

• Frock coats and thick pants

• Suits and ties

• Jeans and sweaters

What did the delegates vote to keep secret during their discussions?

• Their discussions

• Their voting preferences

• Their personal lives

• Their lunch menu

What document did the delegates vote to get rid of at the Convention?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

How long did the delegates sit in the sweltering heat at the Convention?

• Four months

• Three months

• Two months

• One month

How many states were required to adopt the Constitution?

• 9 out of 13

• 7 out of 13

• 11 out of 13

• 5 out of 13

What did the delegates present on September 17th, 1787?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

• The signed Constitution

How long did the country argue and debate before adopting the Constitution?

• Four years

• Three years

• Two years

• One year