Federalist vs Anti-Federalist

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We must start with a fresh document, fixing the Articles of Confederation isn’t enough. Options: Federalist, Antifederalist

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Federalist

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The Constitution contains no Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties like freedom of speech, trial by jury, and the right against searches and seizures. Who is associated with this view?

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Antifederalist

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A strong President is necessary to protect the country against foreign attack and make sure laws are carried out properly. Options: Federalist, Antifederalist

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Federalist

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The Constitution gives too much power to the central government, overpowering the states.

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Antifederalist

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The President created by the Constitution is really just a king. Options: Federalist, Antifederalist

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Antifederalist

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The United States is too large to have a central government. People won’t know their leaders and will lose control over the government.

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Antifederalist

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The Constitution already contains a few rights, so we may as well add a whole Bill of Rights.

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Antifederalist

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What describes the POV of Anti-Federalists on the ratification of the US Constitution? Options: It should never become law, There should be no changes, Individual rights should be included, The central government should be stronger

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Individual rights should be included

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What supports the AntiFederalists in the struggle over ratification of the US Constitution? Options: Constitution should limit state government, Constitution should protect fundamental rights, Constitution should create a strong national government, Constitution should prevent the election of politicians.

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Constitution should protect fundamental rights

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Which viewpoint was common among Anti-Federalists?

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The Constitution does not give enough power to states