Articles of Confederation

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This was America's 1st constitution, which proved too weak to protect the American people.

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Articles of Confederation

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Under the Articles of Confederation, the government consisted of _______________ branch(es) of government.

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One weakness of the Articles of the Confederation was ____________.

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The inability of Congress to tax.

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The Articles of Confederation created a _________________ national/central government.

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weak

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One weakness of the Articles Of Confederation was that it was missing the ________ and _________ branches of government?

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Executive & Judicial

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In the Articles of Confederation, where was most of the government power placed? Options: The States, The National Government, The Continental Congress, The Legislative Branch

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The States

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What did Shays' Rebellion help Americans realize they needed? A stronger national government, A stronger militia, A common currency, The ability to sign peace treaties

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A stronger national government

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Which of the following BEST describes the Articles of Confederation? A treaty between the United States and Britain. A Declaration of Independence The 1st Constitution of the U.S. A strong form of government

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The 1st Constitution of the U.S.

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Congress never had any money because under the Articles they did NOT have the power to ____.

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tax

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The Articles created a _____ national government.

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weak