Why were the Federalist Papers important?
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Correct answer to question 84: They helped people understand the (U.S.) Constitution.
Acceptable answers:
- They helped people understand the (U.S.) Constitution.
- They supported passing the (U.S.) Constitution.
Why
The essays explained what the new Constitution actually did and argued for ratifying it, at a time when the outcome was far from certain.
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