Question

One of the issues facing the early nation was how to interpret the Constitution. Alexander Hamilton said that the Constitution gave Congress the power "to make all laws necessary and proper." Which statement best describes Hamilton's views on how the Constitution should be interpreted?
A.
He favored a strict interpretation of the Constitution.
B.
He favored a broad interpretation of the Constitution.
C.
He favored a partisan interpretation of the Constitution.
D.
He favored an inconsistent interpretation of the Constitution.

Answer 1

B. He favored a broad interpretation of the Constitution. Hamilton supported a "loose" or broad construction, allowing implied powers like those under the Necessary and Proper Clause.