Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

Which was the group of people that supported the ratification of the new Constitution after the Constitutional Convention?

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

• Republicans

• Democrats

Which was the group of people that were against the ratification of the new Constitution after the Constitutional Convention?

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

• Republicans

• Democrats

Which group favored a much stronger central government?

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Which group favored a much weaker central government?

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Perspective on Ratification: A stronger central was needed to enforce laws and provide defense for the country.

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Perspective on Ratification: The Federal Government was too strong under the new Constitution and dangerously weakened the powers of state governments.

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Perspective on Ratification: The Federal Government could use the military to force unfair taxes on the states.

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Perspective on Ratification: Though the Federal Government has more power, these powers are clearly defined and limited by the new Constitution.

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Perspective on Ratification: By creating a separation of powers between Federal and State governments, justice can be handled on a National and Local level.

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

Perspective on Ratification: The position of the president is like a king and could lead to tyranny over of the people

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists