CFA 3 review American Government

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• It could not easily pass laws
• It could not tax or regulate trade
• It had no court system
• It could not represent states effectively
• It had unlimited power
• It didn't have a strong military
• It had the ability to enforce laws
• It had a centralized government

Why was the Great Compromise so important?

• It created a legislative system everyone could accept.

• It settled the debate on slavery.

• It was an extremely popular plan.

• It established James Madison as a leader.

Why did Antifederalists insist on a bill of rights?

• It was needed to protect basic liberties and prevent the government from becoming too powerful

• To establish a strong central government with broad authority over the states.

• To ensure the economic stability of the nation.

• To promote the interests of the wealthy elite.