Question

both federalists and anti - federalists agreed that: *
the national government should have unlimited power
states should control everything
some form of government was necessary to maintain order
commerce and trade should be the only priority

federalists believed in a strong national government, and anti - federalists believed in strong state governments. which of the following statements shows something both groups cared about? *
protecting the rights of citizens
expanding industry at all costs
giving states total control over trade
ignoring the constitution

which group wanted the constitution to be interpreted loosely? *

Explanation:

1. Federalists pushed for a strong national government, while Anti-Federalists favored strong state governments, but both agreed that a governing system was needed to keep societal order; the other options represent extreme positions only one side supported.
2. Both groups prioritized citizen rights: Anti-Federalists demanded a Bill of Rights to protect liberties, and Federalists eventually agreed to add it to secure ratification of the Constitution. The other options are either one-sided or contrary to both groups' views.
3. Federalists supported a loose interpretation of the Constitution to allow the national government to exercise implied powers and address national needs, while Anti-Federalists favored a strict interpretation to limit federal power and protect state authority.

Answer:

1. Some form of government was necessary to maintain order
2. Protecting the rights of citizens
3. Federalists