The Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists and the Constitutional Convention Quiz

What was a primary concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the proposed Constitution?

• It gave too much power to the states.

• It did not include a bill of rights.

• It abolished slavery.

• It established a monarchy.

Which of the following was NOT an argument of the Anti-Federalists?

• A strong central government would be too distant from the people.

• A Bill of Rights was necessary to protect individual liberties.

• The Constitution provided for a standing army, which could oppress the people.

• The Constitution should establish a monarchy to ensure stability.

Who presided over the Constitutional Convention?

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

What was the Three-Fifths Compromise?

• An agreement to count slaves as 3/5 of a person for taxation and representation.

• A compromise on the importation of slaves.

• A decision on how to elect the president.

• An agreement on trade regulations between states.

Which of the following was a key argument by Federalists in support of the Constitution?

• The Articles of Confederation were sufficient for governing the nation.

• A strong central government would threaten the rights of individuals.

• A strong central government was necessary to maintain order and preserve the Union.

• The Constitution would lead to the creation of a tyrannical government.

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

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

What was the antifederalists' greatest concern about ratifying the United States Constitution?

• lack of a bill of rights

• lack of a federal court system

• lack of legislative veto power

• lack of a strong military

The New Jersey Plan wanted representation in government based on--

• population
• equality for every state
• state size
• money

Who was happy with the Virginia plan?

• Small States

• Large States

• States with slaves

• States without slaves

A system in which the limits are placed on the branches of government, so no one branch becomes too powerful; also known as separation of powers

• Ratification

• Federal system

• Amendment

• Checks and Balances