

Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
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7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What weakness of the Articles of Confederation was revealed by Shays' Rebellion?
Back
The rebellion showed that the Articles did not create a strong central government to handle a crisis.
Answer explanation
Shays' Rebellion highlighted the weakness of the Articles of Confederation in that they did not establish a strong central government capable of responding effectively to crises, such as civil unrest.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was a weakness in the Articles of Confederation?
Back
Amendments required agreement from all thirteen states in order to pass.
Answer explanation
A major weakness of the Articles of Confederation was that amendments required unanimous consent from all thirteen states, making it nearly impossible to adapt or improve the government structure.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the purpose of the introduction that begins with these words? “We the people of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union. . .”
Back
to explain the reasons for the writing of the Constitution
Answer explanation
The introduction states the purpose of the Constitution, emphasizing the goal of creating a better government. Thus, it explains the reasons for the writing of the Constitution.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What do the words “domestic tranquility” mean?
Back
peace within the country
Answer explanation
The phrase "domestic tranquility" refers to a state of peace and order within a nation. It emphasizes the importance of harmony and stability among the citizens, making "peace within the country" the correct interpretation.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why did the Anti-Federalists insist that the Constitution include a Bill of Rights?
Back
They wanted to protect the people from a powerful government.
Answer explanation
The Anti-Federalists insisted on a Bill of Rights to protect individuals from potential government overreach, ensuring that personal liberties would be safeguarded against a powerful central authority.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main reason the Framers chose these words to introduce the Constitution? Options: to explain that this document was for citizens of the United States of America, to explain that government was created by an official process, to show the necessity of proper procedures in the new government, to show the importance of popular sovereignty in the new government
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to show the importance of popular sovereignty in the new government
Answer explanation
The Framers emphasized popular sovereignty to highlight that the government's authority comes from the consent of the governed, reflecting the democratic principles foundational to the Constitution.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The statement below refers to the U.S. Constitution. Which group made this statement and why?
Back
Anti-Federalists, because the statement means that the rights of the states and people are not protected
Answer explanation
The correct choice is Anti-Federalists, as they argued that the Constitution did not adequately protect the rights of states and individuals, fearing a strong central government would undermine their autonomy.
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