Imagine that you were an Anti-Federalist who was part of the talks that happened at the Constitutional Convention in 1787. What is your viewpoint? Why would you stand behind this viewpoint? You hear others speak during the convention, those who are considered Federalists. What is their opinion? Why do you think it's wrong? Finally, consider the compromise that occurred. What did it ratify? Why? From an Anti-Federalist perspective, do you think that you got what you wanted, or do you think the Federalists got what they wanted? Was it a good compromise? Why or why not?

What will be an ideal response?


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