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The Federalist PapersGrade 8dialectic Stage

A Republic, If You Can Keep It

The Text

What You'll Learn

1

Comprehension

Notes Hamilton's acknowledgment that the Constitution is imperfect

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains why all human works must be imperfect

3

Meaning

Connects to Franklin's "a republic, if you can keep it"

4

Defense

Identifies what is strongest about the counterargument

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