Which of the Following Statements Best Summarizes the Federalists' View

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best summarizes the Federalists' view on representation?

• A)Citizens are too apathetic and uninformed to be given the right to vote,and good representation can only come from entrusting enlightened members of the aristocracy to make decisions.
• B)Representative democracy can never provide good representation for its citizens,and direct democracy is the best way to achieve popular sovereignty.
• C)Representatives must be "a true picture of the people" in order to provide good representation,and this can only be achieved in small,relatively homogeneous republics.
• D)Representatives need not be a "true picture of the people," and the best system of representation allows citizens to elect individuals possessing ability,experience,and talent superior to their own.

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