American HistoryQuestion 67 of 128
Why were the Federalist Papers important?
a.They declared war on Britain
b.They ended slavery
c.They helped people understand and support the Constitution
d.They created the national anthem
Explanation
The Federalist Papers explained and defended the proposed Constitution. They helped persuade states to ratify it. They are still studied for insight into the framers' intentions.
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