The Battle Over a Bank

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What was the purpose of Hamilton's report delivered to President Washington?

  • To seek approval for his recent proposal
  • To defend his proposal for a national bank (correct)
  • To challenge the authority of the federal government
  • To request more time for his proposal

What did some of President Washington's advisers warn about the federal government's authority?

  • It lacked the authority to establish a bank (correct)
  • It could establish corporations without limitations
  • It had the authority to manage state finances
  • It had unlimited authority to establish corporations

What did Hamilton argue about Congress's powers in his rebuttal?

  • Congress had 'implied powers' not specifically listed in the Constitution (correct)
  • Congress had no authority to make financial decisions
  • Congress had unlimited powers under the Constitution
  • Congress had authority only over foreign policies

What did Hamilton maintain about the federal government as a sovereign entity?

<p>It inherently possessed certain fundamental capabilities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Congress's approval of Hamilton's plan for a national bank?

<p>It was approved, despite some constitutional concerns (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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