Fed/AntiFed Flashcards
Who were the Federalists?
Supporters of the U.S. Constitution who advocated for a strong central government.
Who were the Anti-Federalists?
Opponents of the U.S. Constitution who favored strong state governments and were concerned about individual liberties.
What key document did the Federalists write to support their views?
The Federalist Papers, a series of essays advocating for the ratification of the Constitution.
What were the Anti-Federalists’ main concerns about the Constitution?
They feared it would create a government that was too powerful and lacked protections for individual rights.
Name a prominent Federalist leader.
Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, or John Jay.
Name a prominent Anti-Federalist leader.
Patrick Henry, George Mason, or Samuel Adams.
What did the Anti-Federalists demand to support the Constitution?
The addition of a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties.
How did the Federalists view the Articles of Confederation?
They believed the Articles were too weak to sustain a functional government.
How did the Anti-Federalists view the Articles of Confederation?
They preferred the decentralized system under the Articles and feared a strong central government.
What type of government did the Federalists advocate?
A republic with a strong central government to maintain order and unity.
How were the Federalists and Anti-Federalists ultimately reconciled?
Through the promise and eventual addition of the Bill of Rights to the Constitution.
What was a common Federalist argument?
A strong central government was necessary to ensure stability, security, and economic growth.
What was a common Anti-Federalist argument?
A strong central government would infringe on the rights of states and individuals.
In which regions were Federalists most popular?
Urban areas and among merchants and elites.
In which regions were Anti-Federalists most popular?
Rural areas and among farmers and small landowners.
