Question 83 of 128
The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.
Official USCIS answers
- (James) Madison
- (Alexander) Hamilton
- (John) Jay
- Publius
Why this is the answer
The Federalist Papers were essays written to persuade people to approve the U.S. Constitution. James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay wrote them using the pen name Publius. So any of those names is an official correct answer.
💡 Memory tip: Remember H-M-J: Hamilton, Madison, and Jay wrote as Publius.
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Source: USCIS, 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version), M-1778.