Founding Documents Warm-Up

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Which of the following is true regarding the Articles of Confederation? Options: The Articles of Confederation provided for a bicameral legislature., The Articles of Confederation were never ratified by the states., The Articles of Confederation created a weak central government., The Articles of Confederation established a strong central government.

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The Articles of Confederation created a weak central government.

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What is the main idea of the Declaration of Independence?

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To declare the colonies' independence and outline the principles of individual rights and self-governance.

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Why were the Federalist Papers written?

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To promote the ratification of the United States Constitution.

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Which of the following is not true regarding the US Constitution? The US Constitution establishes the three branches of government. The US Constitution lists the checks and balances among the three branches. The US Constitution was ratified in 1787. The US Constitution sets the guidelines for international relations.

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The US Constitution sets the guidelines for international relations.