Mr. Raymond Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

What is the main topic discussed in this video?

• The principles of the Constitution

• The ratification of the Constitution

• The creation of political parties

• The powers of state governments

When did the Constitutional Convention officially end?

• June 1788

• September 1787

• July 1776

• March 1781

How many states needed to approve the Constitution for it to take effect?

• 7 out of 13

• 9 out of 13

• 11 out of 13

• All 13

What was a big worry for many people about the new Constitution?

• It would make states too powerful.

• It would give too much power to the central government.

• It would lead to another war.

• It would not protect individual rights.

What was the main difference in opinion between Federalists and Anti-Federalists regarding the Constitution?

• Federalists wanted to amend the Articles of Confederation, while Anti-Federalists wanted a new Constitution.

• Federalists were for the new Constitution, while Anti-Federalists were against it.

• Federalists were against the new Constitution, while Anti-Federalists were for it.

• Federalists wanted states to have more power, while Anti-Federalists wanted a strong central government.

Who were the main supporters of the Anti-Federalists?

• Wealthy merchants and common citizens

• Small farmers and people who owed money

• Leaders like Alexander Hamilton and James Madison

• People who wanted a very strong central government

What did the Federalists believe was the best size for the new republic?

• A very small republic

• A large republic

• A republic with no central government

• A republic where states had all the power

What was the main goal of the Federalist Papers?

• To criticize the idea of a strong central government

• To convince people to keep the Articles of Confederation

• To explain why a strong central government was needed

• To list the rights of citizens

What did James Madison mean when he said, "If men were angels, no government would be necessary"?

• People are naturally good and don't need rules.

• Government is only needed to control bad people.

• Government is needed because people are not perfect, and government itself needs limits.

• Angels should be in charge of the government.

Why did the Anti-Federalists want a Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

• They wanted to make the central government stronger.

• They believed it would protect people's freedoms from the government.

• They thought it would make the states less powerful.

• They wanted to get rid of the Constitution completely.