Constitutional Convention and Early U.S. History Quiz

What was the main purpose of the Constitutional Convention called in 1787?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To fix the Articles of Confederation

• To elect a new President

• To establish a new capital city

Who was unanimously elected as the first President of the United States?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

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What were supporters of a strong central government called during the Constitutional Convention?

• Anti-Federalists

• Republicans

• Democrats

• Federalists

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What concern did George Washington have about political parties?

• They would strengthen the government

• They would hurt the country

• They would improve the economy

• They would increase voter turnout

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Who won the presidential election of 1796?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Aaron Burr

• George Washington

What was the political affiliation of Thomas Jefferson during the 1796 election?

• Federalist

• Democratic-Republican

• Whig

• Independent

How many electoral votes did John Adams receive in the 1800 election?

• 73

• 71

• 65

• 68

Who became Vice President after the 1800 election?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Aaron Burr

• Alexander Hamilton

Where did the constitutional convention take place?

• Philadelphia
• Boston
• New York
• Jamestown

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Which of the following is true of the Federalists?

• They did NOT support the new constitution

• They demanded a Bill of Rights be added to the Constitution

• They wanted a WEAK CENTRAL government

• They wanted a STRONG CENTRAL government

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