Analyzing a Political Cartoon on Constitutional Ratification

The video tutorial discusses a political cartoon from 1788 about the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. It explains the order in which states ratified the Constitution and the significance of the cartoon in promoting support for a strong central government. The video contrasts Federalists, who supported the Constitution, with anti-Federalists, who opposed it due to fears of a strong central government. It highlights the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, exemplified by Shay's Rebellion, and the promise of a Bill of Rights to gain support for ratification. The tutorial concludes with a HIP analysis, emphasizing the importance of ratification for a unified nation.

Which year was the political cartoon about ratifying the Constitution published?

• 1787

• 1788

• 1789

• 1790

How many states had ratified the Constitution by the time the cartoon was published?

• Nine

• Ten

• Eleven

• Thirteen

Who would likely support the political cartoon's message advocating for a strong central government?

• Monarchists

• Confederates

• Anti-Federalists

• Federalists

What was the main fear of the Anti-Federalists?

• A weak central government

• Strong local governments

• A strong central government

• Lack of military

Who among the following was a prominent Federalist?

• James Monroe

• Alexander Hamilton

• Patrick Henry

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the main argument of the Federalists in favor of the Constitution?

• Strong central government

• More states

• Less taxes

• Stronger military

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

• Shay's Rebellion

• Signing of the Declaration

• Battle of Yorktown

• Boston Tea Party

What was promised to be added to the Constitution to satisfy the Anti-Federalists?

• The Preamble

• The Federalist Papers

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

Which two states were still holding out on ratifying the Constitution as discussed in the video?

• New York and New Jersey

• North Carolina and Rhode Island

• Virginia and Maryland

• Georgia and South Carolina

What was the intended purpose of the political cartoon discussed in the video?

• To oppose the Constitution

• To entertain the public

• To support ratification

• To criticize the government