The Ratification Debate

Question 1

The word “federal” is the same as the word “national.”

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false

Question 2

The Federalists believed no army was necessary in times of peace.

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false

Question 3

The Federalists believed that a strong central government was important for the growth of the United States.

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true

Question 4

Read the text, and then answer the question.Which sentence best restates Madison’s argument?

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A stable government is necessary for the health of the country and its people.

Question 5

Identify each statement as a belief of the Federalists or Anti-Federalists.The Bill of Rights is not necessary.

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Federalists

Question 6

A strong national government is the best solution for America.

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Federalists

Question 7

Governing power should be given to the states.

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Anti-Federalists

Question 8

Use the quotation to answer the question.According to the quote, what would happen if the new Constitution was passed?

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The American people would lose their rights and freedoms.

Question 9

Read the sentences. Then, use antonym clues to determine the meaning of gregarious.I invited my gregarious friend Mateo to the party. He’s very different from his brother Alejandro, who is quiet and shy.What does the word gregarious mean? Check all that apply.quietdifferentoutgoingshysociable

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outgoing; sociable

Question 10

Based on what you’ve learned so far, why was ratification of the Constitution in danger?

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Many Southern states were unhappy with the Three-Fifths Compromise.; Some Northern states were worried about giving the government so much power.

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