To the People of the State of New York:
A FIRM Union will be of the utmost moment to the peace and liberty of the States, as a barrier against domestic faction and insurrection. It is impossible to read the history of the petty republics of Greece and Italy without feeling sensations of horror and disgust at the distractions with which they were continually agitated, and at the rapid succession of revolutions by which they were kept in a state of perpetual vibration between the extremes of tyranny and anarchy. If they exhibit occasional calms, these only serve as short-lived contrast to the furious storms that are to succeed.
— Alexander Hamilton, Federalist No. 9, November 21, 1787
In the excerpt above Hamilton argues for a strong union in order to —?
A: protect individual rights
B: promote a larger economy
C: create a powerful military alliance
D: avoid conflicts between the states
Answers
Answer:
D. avoid conflicts between the states
Explanation:
"...without feeling sensations of horror and disgust at the distractions with which they were continually agitated..."
Hamilton emphasized negative emotions on narrating the past histories of the Greek and Italian city states, which as historically divided regions fought with each other. He attempts to evoke a persuasive argument to push the reader against this divided system.
"...If they exhibit occasional calms, these only serve as short-lived contrast to the furious storms that are to succeed."
In this quote, Hamilton warned that a divided nation will struggle if it fights against itself, explaining that if they struggle to find peace with each other they'll definitely struggle finding peace with outside powers. This further pushes the argument for a strong union specifically made to prevent conflict between states.
Answer:
your answer is d avoid conflicts between the states