Exploring the Federalists and Anti-Federalists Debate

George Washington discusses the formation of the United States, highlighting the failure of the Articles of Confederation and the creation of the Constitution. The Federalists, led by figures like James Madison, supported a strong central government, while the Anti-Federalists, including Thomas Jefferson, opposed it. The debate led to the inclusion of the Bill of Rights. The Constitution was eventually ratified, establishing a new government structure, but the debate over federal power continues to influence American politics.

Who declared the independence of the United States from Britain?

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

What was the first attempt at government after the Revolutionary War?

• The United States Constitution

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

Who were the leaders of the Federalists?

• Thomas Paine, John Hancock, James Monroe

• George Washington, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay

• Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Samuel Adams

What did the Federalists write to explain and encourage the ratification of the Constitution?

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

Who were the leaders of the Anti-Federalists?

• James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay

• Thomas Paine, John Hancock, James Monroe

• Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Samuel Adams

• George Washington, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin

What was the main concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the new Constitution?

• It was too similar to the British government

• It was too weak

• It gave too much power to the federal government

• It did not include a Bill of Rights

What did the Anti-Federalists demand to be included in the Constitution?

• A new leader

• A stronger federal government

• A list of the rights of all citizens

• A new set of laws

How many essays were written in the Federalist Papers?

• 50

• 75

• 100

• 85

Which state was the first to ratify the Constitution?

• Rhode Island

• Delaware

• New York

• Virginia

What did the Constitution create that George Washington happily served?

• The position of President

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers