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What was the primary concern of the Continental Congress prior to the organization of the United States Congress under the Constitution?

To create a better government

What was the name of the agreement that served as America's first constitution?

The Articles of Confederation

How many periods of development are there in the Continental Congress?

Three

What was the major issue with the Articles of Confederation?

It was too inadequate

What is the name of the first form of federal government in America?

The Continental Congress

When did the Second Continental Congress take place?

May 10, 1775, to February 28, 1781

What was the significance of the Constitutional Convention's anniversary?

It reminded Americans of the Christian origin of the nation

What is the common misconception about the Founding Fathers of America?

They were mostly deists, atheists, or agnostics

Who is the author of 'The Records of the Federal Convention of 1787'?

James Madison

On which date was the Constitutional Convention originally scheduled to begin?

May 14

How many states were represented when the Constitutional Convention finally convened?

7 states

What formally ended the Revolution in 1783?

The Paris Peace Treaty

Which of the following delegates did not think prayers were unnecessary at the Constitutional Convention?

Three or four persons

Why did the Constitutional Convention initially meet in 1787?

To revise the Articles of Confederation

Where can information about the Constitutional Convention be found?

All of the above

Who was unanimously elected as the chairman of the Constitutional Convention?

George Washington

Who was the delegate from Virginia who wrote about the Constitutional Convention?

James Madison

What was the outcome of the first ballot at the Constitutional Convention?

George Washington was unanimously elected as the chairman

How many volumes are in 'The Records of the Federal Convention of 1787'?

3 volumes

Who was elected as the secretary of the Constitutional Convention?

William Jackson

What is the significance of May 25 in the context of the Constitutional Convention?

The day the convention finally convened

Why did Benjamin Franklin rise to his feet on the Convention floor on June 28?

To address the difficulties in the deliberations

What did Benjamin Franklin suggest doing during the Constitutional Convention?

Humbly applying to the Father of lights to illuminate their understandings

What had the delegates done to address their difficulties in the deliberations?

They had gone back to ancient history for models of government

What was the outcome of the daily prayer in the Convention during the contest with Great Britain?

Their prayers were answered, and they were granted divine protection

What did Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson strongly believe in?

The providence of God

What is the reason Dr. Franklin gives for requesting prayers in the Convention?

To unite the representatives in their spiritual interests

Who was the first to affirm Dr. Franklin's motion?

Roger Sherman

What was the concern of Mr. Hamilton and several others regarding Dr. Franklin's motion?

That it would bring on unpleasant animadversions

What was the reason given by Mr. Williamson for the omission of prayers in the Convention?

The Convention had no funds

What was the outcome of Dr. Franklin's motion?

It was adjourned without a vote

What was the result of the change in the Convention's spirit?

The United States Constitution was composed

What is the significance of the date mentioned in Mr. Randolph's proposal?

It was the anniversary of Independence

What was the tone of the Convention before Dr. Franklin's motion?

Rancorous and divisive

What was Dr. Franklin's belief about the role of God in human affairs?

God governs in the affairs of men

What was the context of Dr. Franklin's speech?

A speech at the Constitutional Convention

The Founding Fathers of America were primarily deists, atheists, or agnostics.

False

The Continental Congress was America's first form of federal government.

True

The Articles of Confederation were deemed adequate to address the issues between the states.

False

The Constitutional Convention was initially scheduled to begin in 1774.

False

The Founding Fathers denied the importance of faith in the affairs of the nation.

False

The Second Continental Congress took place from September 5 to October 26, 1774.

False

The Constitutional Convention was a reminder of the denial of the true Christian origin of America.

False

The Confederation Congress lasted from 1774 to 1789.

False

The Constitutional Convention was scheduled to begin on May 25, 1787.

False

James Madison was the author of 'The Records of the Federal Convention of 1797'.

False

Benjamin Franklin believed that God governs in the affairs of men.

True

The Convention finally convened with all 13 states represented.

False

The Constitutional Convention was able to secure a chaplain to lead daily prayers.

False

Benjamin Franklin supported the idea of having prayers at the Constitutional Convention.

True

Roger Sherman was the first to oppose Dr. Franklin's motion.

False

Alexander Hamilton was in favor of Dr. Franklin's motion.

False

The Constitutional Convention was held in New York.

False

Dr. Franklin's motion was unanimously approved by the Convention.

False

All delegates thought prayers were necessary at the Constitutional Convention.

False

The Constitutional Convention resulted in the creation of the Articles of Confederation.

False

The Constitutional Convention was able to overcome its rancorous tone after Dr. Franklin's motion.

True

Dr. Franklin believed that human wisdom alone was sufficient to establish a successful government.

False

There were 2 volumes in 'The Records of the Federal Convention of 1787'.

False

The Constitutional Convention occurred on July 4th.

False

The Convention had sufficient funds to obtain a chaplain.

False

Dr. Franklin's motion was made at the beginning of the Convention.

False

The Constitutional Convention began on May 25, 1787, with representatives from all 13 states.

False

George Washington was elected as the chairman of the Constitutional Convention by a majority vote.

False

The Constitutional Convention was a smooth and quick process, with little debate or disagreement.

False

Benjamin Franklin was a strong believer in the idea of a purely secular government.

False

The Constitutional Convention was initially called to revise the Articles of Confederation.

True

The Constitutional Convention lasted for only a few weeks.

False

Benjamin Franklin suggested that the Convention seek divine guidance through prayer during a moment of crisis.

True

The Constitutional Convention was held at the Virginia State House.

False

Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin were secularists who did not believe in God's role in human affairs.

False

The Constitutional Convention was a success because of the delegates' ability to compromise and find common ground.

True

The Founding Fathers were overwhelmingly men and women of deep _______________ faith.

Christian

The Continental Congress passed through three stages of development, often referred to as the _______________ Continental Congress.

First

Under the Second Continental Congress, the states entered into an agreement known as the _______________ of Confederation.

Articles

The anniversary of the Constitutional Convention offers a reminder of the _______________ Christian origin of America.

true

The Constitutional Convention was initially scheduled to begin in the year _______________.

1787

Prior to the organization of the United States Congress, the Continental Congress served as America's earliest form of _______________ government.

federal

Following the American Revolution, states quickly realized that the _______________ of Confederation were too inadequate to address issues.

Articles

The Founding Fathers expressed their faith and reliance upon the _______________ of God in the affairs of the nation.

providence

The Constitutional Convention was scheduled to begin on ______ 14, but difficulties in travel did not allow a quorum to convene until May 25.

May

The Convention finally convened with ______ states represented.

seven

James Madison wrote about the Constitutional Convention in his book '______ of the Federal Convention of 1787'.

The Records

The Constitutional Convention was a gathering of ______ from various states.

delegates

Benjamin Franklin suggested that the Convention ______ prayers.

offer

George ______ was one of the delegates from Virginia.

Washington

The Records of the Federal Convention of 1787 consists of ______ volumes.

three

The Convention finally convened on ______ 25 when seven states were represented.

May

The Constitutional Convention convened at the ______ State House in Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania

George Washington was unanimously elected as the ______ of the Constitutional Convention.

chairman

Benjamin Franklin believed that God was in the world, guiding human events toward a divine ______.

outcome

The Constitutional Convention began on ______, 1787.

May 25

Benjamin Franklin rose to his feet on the Convention floor on ______, 1787.

June 28

The Constitutional Convention was called for in ______ of 1787.

May

George Washington was conducted to the ______ by the honorable Robert Morris.

chair

Benjamin Franklin suggested doing ______ during the Constitutional Convention.

humbling applying to the Father of lights to illuminate their understandings

The Constitutional Convention was a response to the growing concerns with the ______ of Confederation.

Articles

William Jackson was elected as the ______ of the Constitutional Convention.

secretary

Dr.Franklin believed that the rancorous tone of the Convention could be changed if the representatives to the Convention could become united in their political endeavors if they were first united in their ______________ interests.

spiritual

According to Dr.Franklin, if a ______________ cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without his aid?

sparrow

Dr.Franklin therefore begged leave to move — that henceforth ______________ imploring the assistance of Heaven, and its blessings on our deliberations, be held in this Assembly every morning before we proceed to business.

prayers

The distinguished representative from Connecticut, Roger ______________, was the first to affirm Mr.Franklin’s motion.

Sherman

Mr.Hamilton and several others expressed their apprehensions that however proper such a resolution might have been at the beginning of the convention, it might at this late day, ______________ on it some disagreeable animadversions.

bring

Mr.Williamson observed that the true cause of the omission could not be mistaken. The Convention had no ______________.

funds

The Convention believed it did not possess the resources to obtain a ______________ and the motion met with adjournment.

chaplain

Dr.Franklin believed that without his concurring aid we shall succeed in this political building no better than the Builders of ______________.

Babel

We have been assured, Sir, in the sacred writings, that “except the Lord build the House they labor in vain that build ______________.”

it

Mr.Randolph proposed in order to give a favorable aspect to the measure, that a sermon be preached at the request of the convention on the ______________ of July, the anniversary of Independence.

4th

Study Notes

The Christian Origins of America

  • The Founding Fathers of America were men and women of deep Christian faith
  • They expressed their faith and reliance on God's providence in the nation's affairs
  • This Christian heritage has been denied and misrepresented since the mid-20th century

The Continental Congress

  • The Continental Congress was America's earliest form of federal government (1774-1789)
  • It went through three stages of development, referred to as the First Continental Congress (1774), Second Continental Congress (1775-1781), and the Confederation Congress (1781-1789)
  • The Second Continental Congress created the Articles of Confederation, America's first constitution
  • The Articles of Confederation were deemed inadequate to address issues between states, leading to the Constitutional Convention in 1787

The Constitutional Convention

  • The Constitutional Convention was called in May 1787 to revise the Articles of Confederation
  • Representatives from seven states formed a quorum on May 25, 1787, electing George Washington as chairman and William Jackson as secretary
  • The Convention lasted nearly four months, with delegates struggling to compromise on issues
  • On June 28, 1787, Benjamin Franklin called for prayer at the Convention, citing the need for divine guidance in their deliberations

Franklin's Call for Prayer

  • Franklin rose to his feet and addressed George Washington, expressing the need for prayer in the Convention
  • He argued that they had forgotten their reliance on God and needed to "humbly apply to the Father of lights to illuminate our understandings"
  • Franklin believed that without God's assistance, they would not succeed in their political endeavors

Reaction to Franklin's Motion

  • Roger Sherman seconded Franklin's motion, but others expressed reservations, fearing it might appear that the Convention was in disarray
  • The motion was eventually adjourned without a vote, but the rancorous tone of the Convention soon gave way to a spirit of cooperation that allowed the Constitution to be composed

The Christian Origins of America

  • The Founding Fathers of America were men and women of deep Christian faith
  • They expressed their faith and reliance on God's providence in the nation's affairs
  • This Christian heritage has been denied and misrepresented since the mid-20th century

The Continental Congress

  • The Continental Congress was America's earliest form of federal government (1774-1789)
  • It went through three stages of development, referred to as the First Continental Congress (1774), Second Continental Congress (1775-1781), and the Confederation Congress (1781-1789)
  • The Second Continental Congress created the Articles of Confederation, America's first constitution
  • The Articles of Confederation were deemed inadequate to address issues between states, leading to the Constitutional Convention in 1787

The Constitutional Convention

  • The Constitutional Convention was called in May 1787 to revise the Articles of Confederation
  • Representatives from seven states formed a quorum on May 25, 1787, electing George Washington as chairman and William Jackson as secretary
  • The Convention lasted nearly four months, with delegates struggling to compromise on issues
  • On June 28, 1787, Benjamin Franklin called for prayer at the Convention, citing the need for divine guidance in their deliberations

Franklin's Call for Prayer

  • Franklin rose to his feet and addressed George Washington, expressing the need for prayer in the Convention
  • He argued that they had forgotten their reliance on God and needed to "humbly apply to the Father of lights to illuminate our understandings"
  • Franklin believed that without God's assistance, they would not succeed in their political endeavors

Reaction to Franklin's Motion

  • Roger Sherman seconded Franklin's motion, but others expressed reservations, fearing it might appear that the Convention was in disarray
  • The motion was eventually adjourned without a vote, but the rancorous tone of the Convention soon gave way to a spirit of cooperation that allowed the Constitution to be composed

The Christian Origins of America

  • The Founding Fathers of America were men and women of deep Christian faith
  • They expressed their faith and reliance on God's providence in the nation's affairs
  • This Christian heritage has been denied and misrepresented since the mid-20th century

The Continental Congress

  • The Continental Congress was America's earliest form of federal government (1774-1789)
  • It went through three stages of development, referred to as the First Continental Congress (1774), Second Continental Congress (1775-1781), and the Confederation Congress (1781-1789)
  • The Second Continental Congress created the Articles of Confederation, America's first constitution
  • The Articles of Confederation were deemed inadequate to address issues between states, leading to the Constitutional Convention in 1787

The Constitutional Convention

  • The Constitutional Convention was called in May 1787 to revise the Articles of Confederation
  • Representatives from seven states formed a quorum on May 25, 1787, electing George Washington as chairman and William Jackson as secretary
  • The Convention lasted nearly four months, with delegates struggling to compromise on issues
  • On June 28, 1787, Benjamin Franklin called for prayer at the Convention, citing the need for divine guidance in their deliberations

Franklin's Call for Prayer

  • Franklin rose to his feet and addressed George Washington, expressing the need for prayer in the Convention
  • He argued that they had forgotten their reliance on God and needed to "humbly apply to the Father of lights to illuminate our understandings"
  • Franklin believed that without God's assistance, they would not succeed in their political endeavors

Reaction to Franklin's Motion

  • Roger Sherman seconded Franklin's motion, but others expressed reservations, fearing it might appear that the Convention was in disarray
  • The motion was eventually adjourned without a vote, but the rancorous tone of the Convention soon gave way to a spirit of cooperation that allowed the Constitution to be composed

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