Multiple choice

The primary purpose of the Federalist Papers was to

  1. Justify the American Revolution to the colonists

  2. promote the continuation of British rule

  3. encourage ratification of the US Constitution

  4. support the election of George Washington as President
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Federalist Papers were a series of essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay to persuade New Yorkers to ratify the proposed US Constitution.

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