Constitutional Convention: Federalists v. Anti-Federalists

What was the primary purpose of the Constitutional Convention held in Philadelphia in 1787?

• To declare independence from Great Britain.

• To revise the Articles of Confederation and create a new governing document.

• To elect the first President of the United States.

• To establish a Bill of Rights for all citizens.

Which of the following best describes the core belief of the Federalists regarding the new Constitution?

• They believed a strong central government would lead to tyranny and preferred power to remain with the states.

• They advocated for a weak federal government to protect individual liberties.

• They argued for a strong federal government to address the nation's problems and ensure stability.

• They opposed the Constitution because it lacked a Bill of Rights.

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

• It did not provide enough power to the federal government.

• It failed to establish a national army.

• It lacked specific protections for individual rights and could lead to an overly powerful central government.

• It did not adequately address the national debt.

The ​ (a)   were in favor of the Constitution and the ​ (b)   were against the Constitution.

• Federalists
• Anti-Federalists
• Republicans