Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation

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This was the First written Constitution of the U.S.

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Articles of Confederation

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Why was there no power to tax citizens under the Articles of Confederation?

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Fear of being over taxed

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The fear of one person having too much "Power" was what weakness of the "Articles of Confederation"?

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No Chief Executive

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What event showed congress how weak the Articles of Confederation was?

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Shay's Rebellion

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Which branch of government existed when the Articles of Confederation was created?

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Legislative (congress)

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

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13

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The Articles of Confederation created a _________________ national government.

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weak

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Americans were afraid that a __?__ would lead to tyranny, or oppressive rule.

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strong national government

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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 weakness of the Articles of Confederation led to the government not having any money to pay their debts?

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Congress was not allowed to collect taxes