Question

question 18 (multiple choice worth 3 points)
the federalists wanted to ratify the u.s. constitution in order to establish
their independence from the rule of great britain
a monarchy that would give the most power to the president
a weaker central government so the states would have more power
a government that could successfully fulfill the needs of the citizens

Explanation:

The U.S. had already gained independence from Britain before the Constitution was drafted. Federalists opposed a monarchy and favored a stronger central government (not weaker) to address the failures of the Articles of Confederation, aiming for a functional government that could meet citizen needs.

Answer:

D. a government that could successfully fulfill the needs of the citizens