1.3 Main Things

Question 1

Why did Anti-Federalists oppose the new Constitution?

Answer 1

They feared,
National government would restrict personal liberty

National government would take over state powers

Congress would tax heavily

The Supreme Court would overrule state courts

The President would head a large, standing army

Question 2

What were the goals of the Anti-Feds?

Answer 2

Have a Bill of Rights added

More restrictions on governmental power

Eliminate Congress’ ability to tax

Question 3

What were the Bill of Rights?

Answer 3

First 10 amendments

Guarantees of individual rights from government abuse