Read this passage from the Bill of Rights: The powers not delegated to the United States by the
Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved
to the States respectively, or to the people.

How did the inclusion of this passage reflect the historical context
surrounding the ratification of the Constitution?

A. It highlighted Americans' efforts to ensure that the legal system was fair and effective.

B. It indicated that Americans were comfortable with a powerful national government

C. It revealed that Americans were more concerned with the public good that with individual rights

D. It demonstrated Americans’ commitment to the philosophy of Federalism