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

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government

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Because they did not want another overly powerful leader like King George, the colonists wanted a ______________ central government.

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weak

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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

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Creating and collecting taxes

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Who had the most power under the Articles?

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The state governments

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

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Why were laws difficult to enact (create)?

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

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The states included in this land ordinance made up the...

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Northwest Territory

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What did the Northwest Ordinance say about slavery?

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It banned slavery in the Northwest Territories