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Article II: The Presidency — Unit test

Question 3 • * HSA 26-27 US Government

How were Samuel Adams and Thomas Jefferson alike in their position on ratifying the Constitution?

Answer
A
They both opposed a strong federal government.
B
They both disagreed with Patrick Henry.
C
They both favored ratifying the Constitution.
D
They both sided with Alexander Hamilton.

Explanation

Samuel Adams and Thomas Jefferson both worried that the Constitution gave too much power to the national government and did not adequately protect individual rights. Adams eventually supported ratification after amendments were promised, while Jefferson also favored adding a bill of rights. Their shared concern was opposition to a strong federal government, not support for Hamilton’s position.

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