"In a republic, the manners, sentiments, and interests of the people should be similar. If this be not the case, there will be a constant clashing of opinions; and the

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representatives of one part will be continually striving against those of the other…The laws and customs of the several states are, in many respects, very diverse, and in some opposite; each would be in favor of its own interests and customs, and, of consequence, a legislature, formed of representatives from the respective parts, would not only be too numerous to act with any care or decision, but would be composed of such heterogeneous and discordant principles, as would constantly be contending with each other…."
- from "Brutus No. 1," The Anti-Federalist Papers, 1778

Using this excerpt, you could reasonably expect the author would

B oppose the ratification of the Constitution.
C support the ratification of the Constitution.
D oppose the expansion of slavery into new states.

Answer 1

Based on the excerpt from "Brutus No. 1," the author is expressing concerns about the diversity of interests and opinions among the people in a republic. He argues that such diversity would lead to conflict and inefficiency in governance. This stance suggests a preference for a more localized form of government where the interests and sentiments of the populace are more similar.

Therefore, you could reasonably expect the author would:

B oppose the ratification of the Constitution.

The Anti-Federalists, including the author of this paper, were skeptical of a strong central government and favored more power for individual states, which aligns with the concerns expressed in the excerpt.