Question

question 16

probably the most alarming characteristic of the new constitution to those who opposed it was the

omission of any reference to god.
creation of a federal district for the national capital.
absence of a bill of rights.
creation of the presidency.

question 17

which of these groups most likely supported the political ideas and policies of alexander hamilton?

small farmers
business owners
frontier settlers
tobacco planters

question 18

who was the most prominent anti-federalist?

alexander hamilton
george washington
thomas jefferson
john f. kennedy

Explanation:

Analyze Anti-Federalist objections to the Constitution

The Anti-Federalists strongly opposed the ratification of the 1787 Constitution. Their primary and most alarming concern was the Bill of Rights absence, which they feared would lead to federal tyranny over individual liberties.

Identify supporters of Alexander Hamilton's policies

Alexander Hamilton, as leader of the Federalists, advocated for a strong central government, a national bank, and commercial growth. These policies directly benefited urban merchants, manufacturers, and business owners, rather than agricultural groups.

Identify the prominent Anti-Federalist figure

Among the choices, Thomas Jefferson was the leading philosophical figure associated with Anti-Federalist sentiments (Democratic-Republicans), opposing Hamilton's federal centralization. Hamilton and Washington were Federalists, while Kennedy is from the 20th century.

Answer:

Question 16

• omission of any reference to God.
• creation of a federal district for the national capital.
• absence of a bill of rights. (Correct answer)
• creation of the presidency.

Question 17

• small farmers
• business owners (Correct answer)
• frontier settlers
• tobacco planters

Question 18

• Alexander Hamilton
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson (Correct answer)
• John F. Kennedy