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Under the Articles of Confederation, the government consisted of _______________ branch of government.

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1

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Under the Articles of Confederation Congress could only pass a law if ____________ out 13 states agreed.

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9

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One weakness of the Articles of the Confederation was ____________. Options: The ability of Congress to tax., The inability of Congress to tax., The ability of Congress to declare war., The ability of Congress to create courts.

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The inability of Congress to tax.

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In order to change (amend) the Articles of Confederation, how many out of 13 states had to agree? Options: 9, 10, 13, 15

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13

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Under the Articles of Confederation, each state got __________ vote.

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1

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Which strong feature of the Articles of Confederation created a method for territories to become states?

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Northwest Ordinance

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In the Articles of Confederation, where was most of the government power placed? Options: The States, The National Government, The Continental Congress, The Legislative Branch

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The States

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What did Shays' Rebellion help Americans realize they needed?

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A strong national government

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Which of the following was NOT a power of Congress under the Articles of Confederation? Options: Create a plan for the Northwest Territory, Negotiate treaties, Levy taxes, Declare war and peace

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Levy taxes

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Which weakness of the Articles of Confederation led to the government not having any money to pay their debts? Options: There was no national court system., Congress was not allowed to collect taxes, There was no single leader or group directed by government, Congress had no power to enforce its laws.

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Congress was not allowed to collect taxes