Question

choose the phrases that best complete the sentence.
during the debates about the presidency, some delegates, like alexander hamilton, wanted a __, while others, like roger sherman, wanted a __.
choose 1 answer:
a strong executive; weak executive
b weak executive; strong executive
c weak executive; king
d strong executive; king

Explanation:

Alexander Hamilton advocated for a powerful, centralized executive branch to provide strong leadership and stability. Roger Sherman, by contrast, favored a weak executive to avoid concentrating too much power in a single office, aligning with his preference for legislative dominance.

Answer:

A. strong executive; weak executive