Foundations of American Democracy · Constitutional Foundations

The Federalist and Anti-Federalist Debates

A study of the primary arguments regarding the scope of executive and legislative power.

Key Questions

  1. 1Is a large republic or a small republic better for protecting rights?
  2. 2What are the dangers of an energetic executive branch?
  3. 3How does the Bill of Rights address the fears of the Anti-Federalists?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Civ.4.9-12C3: D2.His.16.9-12
Grade: 11th Grade
Subject: Civics & Government
Unit: Foundations of American Democracy
Period: Constitutional Foundations

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