"In a republic, the manners, sentiments, and interests of the people should be similar. If this be not the case, there will be a constant clashing of opinions; and the
representatives of one part will be continually striving against those of the other…The laws and customs of the several states are, in many respects, very diverse, and in some opposite; each would be in favor of its own interests and customs, and, of consequence, a legislature, formed of representatives from the respective parts, would not only be too numerous to act with any care or decision, but would be composed of such heterogeneous and discordant principles, as would constantly be contending with each other…."
- from "Brutus No. 1," The Anti-Federalist Papers, 1778

Using this excerpt, you could reasonably expect the author would
Responses
A oppose the expansion of slavery into new states.oppose the expansion of slavery into new states.
B support the ratification of the Constitution.support the ratification of the Constitution.
C argue a nation-wide system of education.argue a nation-wide system of education.
D oppose the ratification of the Constitution