Federalists vs. Anti-Federalist

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Which party would believe this statement : "A strong central government is essential to the survival of our nation"?

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Federalists

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Which party would believe this statement : "A strong central government would becoming just like a king, taking away people's individual rights"? Options: Federalists, Anti-Federalists

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Anti-Federalists

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Believed in a strong NATIONAL (Central) government. This would include Congress and the President.

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Federalists

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Believed in strong STATE governments.

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Anti-Federalists

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Wanted the ratification of the Constitution as it was originally proposed. (Without the Bill of Rights)

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Federalists

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Which group wanted the Bill of Rights added to the U.S. Constitution before they would ratify it?

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Anti-Federalists

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The Federalists Papers

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Promoted the ratification of the new U.S Constitution

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What was the purpose of the Federalists Papers?

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To inform and explain the Constitution in hopes of gathering public support for ratification

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Who would say: A strong President is necessary to protect the country against foreign attack and make sure laws are carried out properly.

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Federalist

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Who would say: The President created by the Constitution is really just a king?

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Anti-Federalists