While the American Civil War (1861—1865) was devastating for the United States in terms of human loss of life, it was also the event that caused the American states to finally become united. A variety of events prompted the war, not just the underlying issues of slavery and states rights. From the end of the Mexican War to the election of Abraham Lincoln, the war’s roots were numerous and diverse.

Highlight ideas in this passage that show why the anti-federalists objected to the constitution. if it were possible to consolidate the states, and preserve the features of a free government . . [w]ealth, offices, and the benefits of government would collect in the center: and the extreme states . . become much less important. . i still believe a complete federal bill of rights to be very practicable. which reasons below explain why the anti-federalists objected to the constitution? check all that apply power would be too centralized. a bill of rights was included. states would become less powerful. a bill of rights was not included. states would become more powerful.