Anti-Federalist Concerns

Easy Period 3: 1754–1800 Federalists Vs. Anti-federalists

Following the American Revolution, the United States faced significant challenges in governing the newly independent states. In the debate surrounding the ratification of the Constitution (1787-1788), two prominent groups emerged: the Federalists, who supported a strong central government, and the Anti-Federalists, who advocated for states' rights and feared the potential tyranny of a centralized power. Which of the following statements best represents the primary concern of the Anti-Federalists?

They believed that a strong central government would overreach its authority and threaten individual liberties.

They felt that the Constitution provided no mechanism for amending the government structure.

They supported a strong executive branch to ensure efficient governance.

They were primarily concerned about the lack of representation for small states in Congress.

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