American History Quiz

Which individuals are recognized for deciding that the nation needed a stronger central government?

• Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison and Alexander Hamilton

• John Adams and Patrick Henry

• Samuel Adams and John Jay

What is the main topic of CHAPTER 4 in the document?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The drafting of the Bill of Rights

• Planning a New Constitution

• The first presidential election

What is the "Big Question" highlighted in the document?

• How was the Declaration of Independence formed?

• Why did James Madison and Alexander Hamilton think a stronger central government was needed?

• What were the key battles of the American Revolution?

• Who were the main authors of the Federalist Papers?

What was the purpose of the convention held in Philadelphia in 1787?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To reconsider the need for a stronger central government

• To draft the Declaration of Independence

• To elect the first President of the United States

Which two figures thought a stronger central government was needed?

• George Washington and Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

• James Madison and Alexander Hamilton

• John Jay and Patrick Henry

When was the Constitutional Convention scheduled to start?

• May 3, 1787

• May 14, 1787

• April 30, 1787

• June 1, 1787

How many days early did James Madison arrive in Philadelphia for the Constitutional Convention?

• Eleven days early

• Twenty-two days early

• Ten days early

• Two weeks early

What does the author mean by "they had come to try to give that young nation a more secure future"?

• The delegates were there to end the nation's security.

• The delegates were there to weaken the nation's future.

• The delegates were there to ensure a more secure future for the nation.

• The delegates had no intention of securing the nation's future.

What was the reaction of the people of Philadelphia to the delegates arriving?

• The people of Philadelphia were indifferent.

• The people of Philadelphia were confused.

• The people of Philadelphia were excited.

• The people of Philadelphia were upset.

Why could the convention not begin on the morning of Sunday, May 13th?

• There was heavy rain and the roads were in poor condition.

• Not enough delegates from at least seven states were present.

• George Washington had not yet arrived.

• The leading families of Philadelphia had not prepared entertainment.