Opposition to the Ratification of the Constitution
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Which of the following was a reason why some people opposed the ratification of the Constitution of 1789?

  • They believed it did not address the issue of slavery
  • They believed it gave too much power to the federal government (correct)
  • They believed it did not provide enough protection for individual rights
  • They believed it favored the interests of large states over small states

    • What was one concern held by those who opposed the ratification of the Constitution of 1789?

  • They feared it would lead to the establishment of a monarchy
  • They feared it would weaken the military
  • They feared it would diminish the power of the individual states (correct)
  • They feared it would eliminate the separation of powers

    • Which group of people was most likely to oppose the ratification of the Constitution of 1789?

  • Merchants and businessmen
  • Wealthy landowners
  • Urban workers
  • Small farmers (correct)

    • Which of the following was a major challenge of the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>Lack of centralized power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one consequence of the weak central government under the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>Difficulty in passing laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a reason for the creation of the Constitution of 1789?

    <p>Inadequacy of the Articles of Confederation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what was one of the main dangers of factions?

    <p>They could lead to the oppression of minority groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what was one of the ways to control the negative effects of factions?

    <p>Through the establishment of a large republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what was one of the advantages of a large republic over a small republic?

    <p>It would better protect against the tyranny of the majority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the main purposes of the Constitution of 1789?

    <p>To establish a strong central government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the dangers of a pure democracy?

    <p>The majority can easily oppress the minority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the ways to prevent the harmful effects of factions?

    <p>By establishing a large republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the main purposes of the Constitution of 1789?

    <p>To create a system of checks and balances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one concern held by those who opposed the ratification of the Constitution of 1789?

    <p>The lack of a Bill of Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the dangers of a pure democracy?

    <p>The tyranny of the majority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who wrote Brutus 1?

    <p>John Jay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main topic of Brutus 1?

    <p>The weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main concerns raised by Brutus 1?

    <p>The absence of a strong central government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of people was most likely to support the ratification of the Constitution of 1789?

    <p>Merchants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main concerns raised by the Anti-Federalists?

    <p>The lack of a Bill of Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the advantages of a large republic over a small republic?

    <p>Greater representation of diverse interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following historical influences informed the government established by the Constitution?

    <p>The Magna Carta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main concerns raised by the Anti-Federalists regarding the government established by the Constitution?

    <p>The lack of a bill of rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Paper #10, what is one of the ways to control the negative effects of factions?

    <p>By establishing a large republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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