Question

The excerpt below is from a speech delivered by Alexander Hamilton
in 1788.
Good constitutions are formed upon a comparison of the liberty of the individual with the strength of government: If the tone of either be too high, the other will be weakened too much.
Source: Library of Congress/Public Domain
How is Hamilton's opinion evident in the U.S. Constitution?
A
by protecting individuals from strong leaders
B
by sheltering government from social influences
C by joining the powers of individuals and government
D

Answer 1

C

Hamilton’s point is reflected in the Constitution’s balance between a stronger national government and protections for individual liberty — e.g. separation of powers, checks and balances, federalism, and the Bill of Rights — which join and balance the powers of the people and the government.