PART A: Which of the following identifies the central idea of the text?

A. Hamilton was responsible for shaping America’s newly developing government,
and supported the power remaining with the people rather than with the
government.
B. Hamilton was too stubborn to admit when he was wrong or accept ideas other
than his own, stunting America’s progress.
C. Hamilton’s strong opinions and tendency to fight relentlessly for his beliefs
contributed to the large impact he had as a Founding Father, but also made him
several enemies.
D. Hamilton’s career began on the battlefield with General George Washington, but
he preferred creating change out of harm’s way.