Federalist v Antifederalists

This group supported the Constitution as it was written.

• Federalists

• Antifederalists

This group wanted a Bill of Rights added to protect the rights of the people

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

This group supported strong central (national) government

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

This group supported stronger state governments

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

The Federalists and Anti-Federalists argued about

• The passage of the Northwest Ordinance

• Going to war against Britain

• Whether or not to declare independence

• Ratification of the Constitution

Which group feared that the president might behave like a king?

• Federalists

• Anti-Federalists

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What was the main purpose of the Bill of Rights according to James Madison?

• To grant new powers to the government

• To prevent the government from taking away natural rights from people

• To establish the federal banking system

• To declare independence from England

Who insisted we needed a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties?

• Anti-Federalist

• Federalist

Who would say this?

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

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist