Section 2

Question 1

Fraction

Answer 1

an organized political group

Question 2

James Madison

Answer 2

considered fractions to be selfish groups. Argued in the Federalist Papers to prevent the growth of fractions.

Question 3

Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton

Answer 3

they both were rarely in agreement, but both disliked fractions

Question 4

John Adams

Answer 4

a New Englander, who had been Washingtons Vice President

Question 5

How did the Framers of the constitution feel about political parties?

Answer 5

They thought that they were selfish groups, unconcerned about the being of the whole nation

Question 6

Do you believe having political parties helps or hurts the nation? Explain.

Answer 6

Helps. Because a lot of people dislike fractions and if they start doing political parties instead it might just make peace

Question 7

What was the fundamental difference between the two political parties?

Answer 7

They thought that government leaders would rise above personal or local interests. The leaders, they believed, would work together for the sake of the country.

Question 8

As a result of fractions ________

Answer 8

There were many people that argued