United StatesQuestion 84 (2025 list) · Colonial period and independence
Why were the Federalist Papers important?
- aThey declared independence from Britain.
- bThey supported passing the U.S. Constitution.Correct answer
- cThey created the Bill of Rights.
- dThey started the American Revolution.
Why?
The Federalist Papers were 85 essays that supported passing the U.S. Constitution. You could also say they helped people understand the Constitution.
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