In the 1820s, National Republicans in Congress argued for a plan to build a national system of roads. They hoped to connect different states together to make trade easierDecide whether each argument below was made by a supporter or an opponent of a national road system. (2 points)
1. "Building a national road system will promote economic growth and create new business opportunities."
- Supporter of a national road system
2. "The federal government should not be responsible for funding and maintaining roads. This should be left to the individual states."
- Opponent of a national road system
3. "A national road system will enhance national unity and strengthen the bonds between states."
- Supporter of a national road system
4. "Local road networks are sufficient for trade within individual states; there is no need for a national road system."
- Opponent of a national road system
5. "Investing in a national road system is a waste of money and resources."
- Opponent of a national road system