Ratification of the Constitution

What year did Georgia get ratified

• Jan 2,1788

• Dec 18,1787

• Dec 7,1787

• Feb 6,1788

What year did Delaware get ratified?

• December 7, 1787

• December 6, 1788

What year did South Carolina ratify?

• May 22, 1787

• May 23, 1788

What year did Virginia ratify?

• June 25, 1788

• June 23, 1787

What state was the first to ratify the constitution?

• Georgia

• Virginia

• Delaware

• North Carolina

Which state was the last to ratify the constitution?

• Delaware

• North Carolina

• Virgina

• Rhode Island

Which political party wanted a strong federal/central government?

• Anti-Federalists

• Democratic

• Democratic- Republicans

• Federalist

All of the following were beliefs of the Federalists EXCEPT:

• The wealthy and education should hold public office

• Common people should hold public office

• We need a strong federal government

• There should be a national bank

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.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

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

• Federalist

• Antifederalist