The Core Complaint of Antifederalists About the Proposed Constitution of 1787

question 26

Multiple Choice

The core complaint of Antifederalists about the proposed Constitution of 1787 was that it

• A) placed obstacles between the people and the exercise of power.
• B) omitted references to God.
• C) allowed the people to have too much direct influence on the choosing of politicians.
• D) granted the states too much power.
• E) failed to abolish slavery.

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Definitions:

Duress

A situation where a person is compelled to act against their will or make a legal decision under the threat of harm.

Undue Influence

Refers to the excessive pressure or influence one person exerts over another to coerce them into a legal agreement, undermining their free will.

Non Est Factum

A defense in contract law where a person argues they were unaware of the nature of the document signed due to a significant mistake.

Misrepresentation

A false statement of fact made by one party to another, which has the effect of inducing that party into entering a contract.