answersLogoWhite

0

The fear of a central government was based on the previous government of America, which was an oppressive monarchy. Americans were afraid that a strong central government would be just like being ruled by a king all over again.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What was the source of fear of a weak central government?

They feared that the states would not hold together and break off into other countries. States under a weak central government could make their own money and have laws contrary to the central government.


What does the anti federalists fear?

government take over, they feared a strong central government.


Why did the anti federalists fear an energetic central government?

people were scared


How does the constitution reflect the fear of a strong central government?

No one CARES!


Why did the antifederalists fear energetic central government?

they feared it would be government by a small, educated group of individuals


How was the American Revolution the same as to the Civil War?

Both where conflicts over fear of the government freeing slaves, fear of central government, control of the Western frontier.


Which is the major source of tax revenue for central government?

Citizens.


What did the fear of a strong central government lead to the adoption of?

It was for the adoption of the checks and balance system


What did many delegates at the constitutional convention fear that a strong central government would do?

They were afraid a strong central government would take away rights of individuals and states.


How does the constitution reflect the fear of too strong a central government?

The constitution reflected the fear of too strong a central government by dividing power among three branches. Power is divided among the Executive Branch, the Judiciary, and the Legislative Branch.


How does the Constitution reflect the fear of a too strong central government?

The constitution reflected the fear of too strong a central government by dividing power among three branches. Power is divided among the Executive Branch, the Judiciary, and the Legislative Branch.


What did the anti-federalists fear an energetic central government?

There were afraid the government would be dominated by a small, educated group of individuals.