Question

The Federalists would agree with which of the following items in regard to the structure of the American government?

Group 1: Unicameral legislature; Strong state governments; Coast patrolled by a navy; Taxes regulated by states
Group 2: Strong central government; Ability to negotiate foreign treaties; Regulation of interstate commerce; Power to impose taxes

Answer 1

Group 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Federalists were individuals who were in favor of a stronger federal (aka central) government. Federalists believed that the US needed a stronger federal government after the Articles of Confederation, America's first constitution, were a failure. The Articles of Confederation gave almost no real power to the federal government. This resulted in several different problems.

This is why the federalists favored a stronger federal government that had the ability to tax, regulate trade between states, and negotiate deals with other nations.