The Anti-Federalists refused to accept the Constitution without a Bill of Rights. Federalists were afraid that including a Bill of Rights would eventually limit the people to only the rights in the Bill.

Which amendment was MOST important in reconciling the two sides?

A
The First Amendment, because it gave citizens the right to protest against the government.
B
The Tenth Amendment, because it meant the federal government could only acquire additional power from the States.
C
The Ninth Amendment, because it forbade the government from manipulating the Constitution.
D
The Second Amendment, because it gave citizens the ability to fight for their other rights if necessary.