-This cartoon shows Congress sailing toward Philadelphia in the ship Constitution. How does this image address Republican perceptions, such as those belonging to Jefferson and Madison, about cities like Philadelphia?
A) Cities nurtured the growth of the republic.
B) Cities were dangerous for democracy.
C) Cities provided safe havens from the threat of the frontier.
D) Cities welcomed the democratic process.

Question

-This cartoon shows Congress sailing toward Philadelphia in the ship Constitution. How does this image address Republican perceptions, such as those belonging to Jefferson and Madison, about cities like Philadelphia?
A) Cities nurtured the growth of the republic. 
B) Cities were dangerous for democracy. 
C) Cities provided safe havens from the threat of the frontier. 
D) Cities welcomed the democratic process.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cities like Philadelphia were often viewed by Republicans like Jefferson and Madison as dangerous for democracy because they were seen as places where corruption, dependence, and the influence of the wealthy could undermine the virtues of an agrarian republic.

-This Cartoon Shows Congress Sailing Toward Philadelphia in the Ship