What did some of the Constltutional delegates worry would happen without a Bill of Rights? \[ \begin{array}{l}\text { A) Native Americans would revolt. } \\ \begin{array}{ll}\text { B) State governments could abuse their powers. } \\ \text { D) The federal government could abuse its power. }\end{array}\end{array} . \]

One of the major concerns for the Constitutional delegates was that without a Bill of Rights, the federal government could overstep its bounds and infringe on the individual liberties of citizens. They feared a concentration of power might lead to tyranny, reminiscent of British rule. This sentiment fueled the push for clearly enumerated rights to protect citizens' freedoms such as speech, religion, and assembly. Additionally, the lack of a Bill of Rights could potentially create a slippery slope where state governments might also take advantage of their powers, leading to abuses and violations of citizens' civil liberties. The delegates understood that a strong foundation in rights was necessary to safeguard against both federal and state encroachments on personal freedoms.