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What was a principle argument against the Constitution by the Anti-Federalists?

AThe document was too long and complicated.
BThere were no provisions for land allocation and use.
CPeople should have their individual rights protected.
DThe document did not properly address the needs of slave owners.

Verified Answer :

The answer is "C". This is correct because people's rights were not protected and people wanted them to be protected so they argued for it.

Answer: Option (C)

Explanation:

From the following given options, we can state that the principle argument for the Anti-Federalists to rise in opposition of the constitution was that, "Individuals must have their right protected". Anti-Federalists did oppose the ratification of United States Constitution in 1787 since they mostly feared that federal government will be way too powerful and therefore try to threaten the individual liberties.