Articles of Confederation

Articles of Confederation

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History

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Articles of Confederation was a document of rules for a new ________________ after America became independent.

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Back

government

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Because they did not want another overly powerful leader like King George, the colonists wanted a ______________ central government. Options: harsh, large, strong, weak

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weak

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following was NOT a power of the national government?

  • Creating and collecting taxes
  • Declaring war and making treaties
  • Creating an army and a navy
  • Borrowing money

Back

Creating and collecting taxes

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who had the most power under the Articles?

Back

The state governments

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which picture is the best representation of the Articles of Confederation?

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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Under the Articles, the national Congress did not have the power to create or collect taxes. What did this lead to?

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Back

The national/federal government never had enough money to fund things.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why were laws difficult to enact (create)?

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Back

9 out of the 13 states had to approve of each law

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