The Constitutional Convention Quiz

What year was the Constitutional Convention held?

• 1776

• 1787

• 1800

• 1812

Who was the President of the Constitutional Convention?

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Jay

Which building is now known as Independence Hall?

• Pennsylvania State House

• Liberty Bell Center

• White House

• Capitol Building

Which delegate is known for his role in the Great Compromise?

• Roger Sherman

• Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

Which document from England influenced the Constitution and was created in 1215?

• Magna Carta

• English Bill of Rights

• Mayflower Compact

• Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

Who was out of the country serving as U.S. ambassador to France during the Constitutional Convention?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Patrick Henry

• John Hancock

Fill in the blank: England's bicameral Parliament was an influence on the Constitution, consisting of ______ houses.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Fill in the blank: The Virginia's House of Burgesses, established in ______, was an influence from the 13 colonies.

• 1619

• 1649

• 1689

• 1735

The Virginia Plan was proposed by ______.

• James Madison

• William Patterson

• Roger Sherman

• George Washington

The New Jersey Plan was proposed by ______.

• James Madison

• William Patterson

• Roger Sherman

• Benjamin Franklin