Federalist Paper #68 Explained

Federalist Paper #68 Explained

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History, Social Studies

6th - 12th Grade

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The video explores Federalist Paper 68 by Alexander Hamilton, focusing on the Electoral College's role in electing the U.S. president. It contrasts the Electoral College with historical plans like the Virginia and New Jersey Plans. Hamilton's defense of the Electoral College is discussed, highlighting its purpose to balance popular vote concerns and prevent unfit candidates. The video also covers the selection criteria for electors and the vice presidency's role, emphasizing indirect democracy and corruption prevention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which plan proposed that the national legislature should choose the president?

Hamilton's Plan

The Virginia Plan

The New Jersey Plan

Elbridge Gerry's Plan

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the minimum number of electoral votes a state can have?

Two

Three

One

Four

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Hamilton believe the Electoral College was necessary?

To eliminate the need for a vice president

To allow states to choose their own president

To safeguard against unfit candidates

To ensure a popularity contest

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of individuals did Hamilton believe should be electors?

Current government officials

Reflective and thoughtful people

Foreign diplomats

Politicians

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Hamilton, what should electors avoid being influenced by?

National conventions

Media outlets

Local communities

Foreign governments

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Hamilton's stance on the vice president being chosen by the Senate?

He opposed it

He supported it

He was indifferent

He thought it was a great idea

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the vice president according to Hamilton?

To be a ceremonial figure

To have no significant role

To be the president of the Senate

To be elected by the people directly