Article of Confederation

Article of Confederation

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Social Studies

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the main focus of the founders when trying to form America's first government?

Back

To avoid an overly powerful government

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a confederation?

Back

A group of mostly independent states bound by a weak central government.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was America's first constitution called?

Back

The Articles of Confederation

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the major problem with the Articles of Confederation?

Back

The central government was too weak to solve issues facing the country.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why did Americans struggle to see themselves as a unified nation?

Back

The colonies were all very different with unique people.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following was NOT a power given to the national government under the Articles of Confederation?
settle disputes between states,
coin money,
direct the post office,
negotiate with foreign powers

Back

settle disputes between states

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many branches did the national government have under the Articles of Confederation?

Back

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