Question

question 11 of 20
read this excerpt from federalist no. 14:
in the first place it is to be remembered that the general government is not to be charged with the whole power of making and administering laws. its jurisdiction is limited to certain enumerated objects, which concern all the members of the republic, but which are not to be attained by the separate provisions of any.1
what does the excerpt suggest about federalists?
a. they were more concerned with protecting individual liberty than with making the government run efficiently.
b. they felt that the constitution as written was insufficient without a bill of rights.
c. they distrusted the idea of giving the federal government too much decision - making power.
d. they had to defend themselves against accusations that their ideas would lead to a central government that was too strong.

Explanation:

The excerpt emphasizes that the general government's power in law - making and administration is limited. This suggests that Federalists were cautious about giving the federal government excessive decision - making power.

Answer:

C. They distrusted the idea of giving the federal government too much decision - making power.