Question

the arguments below were used in the debate over ratification of the constitution.

1. a strong central government will give government officials the power to raise a large army.
2. this army can then be used to force citizens to pay excessive taxes.
3. corrupt government officials might then use this tax money to build an even larger army.
4. individual liberties will then be threatened.

which group of americans made these arguments? (h)
patriots
federalist
tories
anti - federalist

Explanation:

Anti - Federalists were concerned about a strong central government. They feared it could lead to the abuse of power, such as raising large armies (which could be used oppressively like forcing excessive taxes as in the arguments), and ultimately threatening individual liberties. Federalists supported a strong central government. Patriots were more about the fight for independence. Tories were loyal to the British.

Answer:

Anti - Federalist