What did Federalists mean when they argued that the Constitution created a government of limited powers?
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Correct answer: The federal government could exercise only the powers granted by the Constitution
Federalists argued that the Constitution listed and divided government powers, preventing unlimited authority. They believed this structure made a separate bill of rights less necessary, although one was later added.
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