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The Federalist PapersGrade 8dialectic Stage

The Grand Experiment

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What You'll Learn

1

Comprehension

Identifies Hamilton's central question: Can people govern themselves by reflection and choice?

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains why Hamilton calls this an "experiment"

3

Meaning

Connects to the Declaration's principles now being institutionalized

4

Defense

Identifies what is strongest about the counterargument

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