What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers?

A To provide historical background of the Constitution.

B To improve the ideas in the Constitution.

C To persuade Americans to ratify the Constitution.

D To defend the Constitution against foreign criticism.

1 answer

C To persuade Americans to ratify the Constitution.

The Federalist Papers were a series of essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, aimed at promoting the ratification of the United States Constitution.