Speaker A: As it stands now, the Constitution does
not protect civil liberties.
Speaker B: The system of checks and balances will
control any abuse of power by a branch
of government.
Speaker C: The demands of the majority will
overwhelm the minority.
Speaker D: The amendment process will allow the
Constitution to be changed when the
need arises.
Which two speakers support the ratification of
the Constitution?
(1) A and D (3) B and D
(2) A and C (4) B and C
It would be speakers B and D would would have supported ratification of the Constitution, since those in favor of ratification wanted a stronger central government.