-What is the most likely reason why most state politicians were Anti-Federalists?
A) They were angry that the states had retained the majority of power in the new Constitution.
B) They could lose a lot of power relative to the new central government established by the Constitution.
C) They felt that without a bill of rights, the new government would do little to protect states' rights.
D) They wanted to be able to negotiate treaties and engage in foreign diplomacy.

Question

-What is the most likely reason why most state politicians were Anti-Federalists?
A) They were angry that the states had retained the majority of power in the new Constitution. 
B) They could lose a lot of power relative to the new central government established by the Constitution. 
C) They felt that without a bill of rights, the new government would do little to protect states' rights. 
D) They wanted to be able to negotiate treaties and engage in foreign diplomacy.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

State politicians were likely Anti-Federalists because they feared losing power to the new, stronger central government created by the Constitution, which would diminish their influence and control at the state level.

-What Is the Most Likely Reason Why Most State Politicians