Federal Convention of 1787 Overview

The transcript details the initial meeting of deputies on May 14, 1787, to revise the federal system. It describes the assembly of members from various states, the unanimous election of George Washington as president, and the appointment of a secretary. It also highlights Delaware's restriction on altering voting equality among states.

On what date was the initial meeting of the deputies for revising the federal system of government scheduled?

• May 25, 1787

• June 1, 1787

• April 30, 1787

• May 14, 1787

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

• To draft a new constitution

• To declare independence

• To revise the federal system of government

• To elect a new president

Which state had representatives including Rufus King and Alexander Hamilton?

• Pennsylvania

• Virginia

• New York

• Massachusetts

Which state had representatives including George Washington and James Madison?

• Delaware

• New York

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

Who was unanimously elected as the president of the convention?

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

• Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

Who seconded the motion to elect George Washington as president of the convention?

• Mr. Rutledge

• Mr. Hamilton

• Mr. Franklin

• Mr. Morris

Why was Dr. Franklin unable to attend the convention and potentially compete for the presidency?

• He was out of the country

• He was in poor health

• He was not interested

• He was not invited

Who was nominated as the secretary of the convention?

• Mr. Temple Franklin

• Major Jackson

• Mr. Wilson

• Mr. Hamilton

What restriction was placed on the deputies from Delaware?

• They could not attend the convention

• They could not propose new articles

• They could not change the article on state voting equality

• They could not vote

Which committee was formed to prepare standing rules and orders?

• Messrs. Yates, King, and Paterson

• Messrs. Washington, Madison, and Hamilton

• Messrs. Rutledge, Morris, and Franklin

• Messrs. Wilson, Hamilton, and C. Pinckney