As Opposed to Their Opponents, Which of the Following Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

As opposed to their opponents, which of the following is an advantage the Federalists had in the debate over the ratification of the Constitution?

• A) They assumed a positive name, leaving their opposition with a negative label.
• B) They favored the bill of rights more strongly than their opponents.
• C) They had the support of ordinary farmers and merchants.
• D) They wrote brilliantly, attacking nearly every clause of the new constitution document.
• E) They stood for the status quo, which gave them the support of the working class.

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Definitions:

Dominance

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