The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.

Question 83 of 128 · Colonial Period and Independence · also on the 2008 test (question 67)

Accepted answers

(James) Madison
(Alexander) Hamilton
(John) Jay
Publius

Explanation

The Federalist Papers were essays written by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay. They wrote these to convince people to support the new Constitution. They used the pen name "Publius."

Source: USCIS 2025 Civics Test — 128 Questions and Answers (PDF).

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