Question

what were some of the major points of disagreement during ratification of the constitution?

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how to amend the constitution
limits on the power of government
how much representation the people should have in government
how to prevent tyranny

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Explanation:

Identify core debates during ratification

The ratification of the US Constitution (1787–1788) centered on the debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists. Key areas of disagreement included:

• limits on the power of government: Anti-Federalists feared a strong central government would overpower state authorities and individual liberties, leading to the demand for a Bill of Rights.
• how much representation the people should have in government: Debates focused on whether a small representative body could truly represent a large, diverse population.
• how to prevent tyranny: Federalists argued that separation of powers and checks and balances would prevent tyranny, while Anti-Federalists believed a strong executive or senate could easily become tyrannical.

Evaluate the remaining option

• how to amend the Constitution: While the amendment process was established in Article V, the specific mechanism of how to amend the document was not a primary point of ideological disagreement during the ratification debates themselves. Both sides accepted that a process was necessary, focusing instead on the immediate structure, power limits, and representation under the proposed draft.

Answer:

Correct Answer(s)

• limits on the power of government
• how much representation the people should have in government
• how to prevent tyranny

Incorrect Answer(s)

• how to amend the Constitution