What Was the Practical Purpose for Publication of the Federalist

question 36

Multiple Choice

What was the practical purpose for publication of The Federalist essays in 1788?

• A) to allow an avenue for posting opposing political viewpoints
• B) to act as a political party platform for the Federalist party
• C) to explain and defend the new Constitution and to urge its ratification
• D) to expose the immorality inherent in eighteenth-century society
• E) to advocate for James Madison's campaign for president

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