The Southern plantation system had all of the following weaknesses, EXCEPT a it promoted racism among poor whites. b it created an aristocratic political elite. c its land was primarily held by small farmers. d it repelled large-scale Irish and German immigration. e it was reliant on a single cash crop.

Why did the federalists support the ratification of the constitution? they believed in a strong federal government. they thought that it would end slavery. they were afraid the british would take over again. federalists believed the constitution provided just the right mix of power and limitations on power.