Understanding Brutus Number One

Who is believed to be the author of Brutus Number One?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Robert Yates

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

What was one of the main concerns of Brutus regarding a large republic?

• It would strengthen state governments

• It would be dangerous to liberty

• It would ensure better representation

• It would lead to economic prosperity

According to Brutus, what was a potential consequence of a large republic?

• More efficient governance

• Tyranny due to distant representatives

• Increased state power

• Better international relations

What was a key concern of the Anti-Federalists after the ratification of the Constitution?

• The lack of a national bank

• The power of the federal government

• The absence of a standing army

• The need for more state laws

Which political group resisted Alexander Hamilton's financial plans?

• Jeffersonian Republicans

• Federalists

• Democrats

• Whigs