Federalists Versus Anti-Federalists: The Debate Over the U S Constitution

The video explores the debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists during the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Federalists advocated for a stronger federal government, while Anti-Federalists feared the loss of state power and demanded a Bill of Rights. The Federalist Papers, written by Hamilton, Jay, and Madison, supported ratification, while Anti-Federalists published their own essays. The debate led to a compromise, with the Constitution ratified and a Bill of Rights added, ensuring citizens' rights.

What was the central issue debated by the Federalists and Anti-Federalists?

• The role of the President

• State power versus federal power

• The location of the capital

• The method of electing senators

Why was the Articles of Confederation considered ineffective?

• It did not allow for amendments

• The federal government was too weak

• It was too similar to British rule

• It gave too much power to the President

Which state was the first to ratify the new U.S. Constitution?

• Delaware

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

• New York

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

• The absence of a Bill of Rights

• The location of the capital

• The lack of a standing army

• The method of electing the President

Who were the authors of the Federalist Papers?

• Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams

• Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison

• Patrick Henry, George Mason, and Richard Henry Lee

What was the main argument of the Federalists against the need for a Bill of Rights?

• It was already included in the Articles of Confederation

• It would be too difficult to enforce

• It was unnecessary as the Constitution only limited government power

• It would limit the power of the states

Who led the negotiations for the compromise that included a Bill of Rights?

• John Adams

• James Madison

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

Which state ratified the Constitution under the condition that amendments would be considered?

• New York

• Virginia

• Rhode Island

• Massachusetts

When did North Carolina ratify the Constitution?

• June 1788

• July 1788

• November 1789

• May 1790

How many of the proposed amendments in the Bill of Rights were ratified by the states?

• Fifteen

• Eight

• Ten

• Twelve