Constitutional Convention Review

What was the Constitutional Convention of 1787 also known as?

• The Annapolis Convention

• The Philadelphia Convention

• The New York Convention

• The Boston Convention

How many delegates attended the Constitutional Convention in 1787?

• 45

• 55

• 65

• 75

Which state did not send delegates to the Constitutional Convention in 1787?

• New York

• Virginia

• Rhode Island

• Georgia

What is the current name of the Pennsylvania State House where the Constitutional Convention was held?

• Liberty Hall

• Independence Hall

• Freedom Hall

• Constitution Hall

Who was the President of the convention mentioned in the document?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Adams

What role did George Washington have at the convention?

• He was the secretary

• He led the meetings

• He was a delegate

• He was the treasurer

Who was the main author of the Constitution?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

What nickname is given to James Madison for his role in creating the Constitution?

• The Architect of Democracy

• The Father of the Constitution

• The Leader of Liberty

• The Pioneer of Freedom

What did James Madison do during the convention?

• He led the debates

• He took notes on every debate and discussion

• He wrote the Declaration of Independence

• He organized the meetings

Who did not attend the Constitutional Convention because they "smelt a rat in Philadelphia, tending toward the monarchy"?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Patrick Henry

• James Madison