Constitutional Convention Quiz

How many delegates had signed the Declaration of Independence?

• 8

• 6

• 30

• 7

How many delegates had served in the Continental Army?

• 30

• 8

• 6

• 7

What was the next job of the delegates after drafting the new constitution?

• To persuade opposition to agree on the new constitution

• To elect a president

• To declare war

• To draft the Bill of Rights

How many clauses did the new constitution document contain?

• 23

• 55

• 74

• 30

How many delegates had signed the Articles of Confederation?

• 6

• 8

• 30

• 7

How many delegates had served in constitutional conventions in their own states?

• 8

• 6

• 30

• 7

How many delegates at the Constitutional Convention had attended college?

• 20

• 31

• 40

• 50

What percentage of the population was represented by just two delegates of the same social standing?

• 50%

• 60%

• 75%

• 85%

Which group lacked political and legal rights at the time of the Constitutional Convention?

• Merchants

• College graduates

• African Americans

• Landowners

How many delegates were over 60 years old at the Constitutional Convention?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8