Founding a New Nation

Multiple Choice

Why was the Articles of Confederation considered a weak form of government for the United States?

• Because it gave too much power to the central government

• Because it allowed Congress to tax effectively

• Because it created a loose alliance of states with limited national power

• Because it abolished state independence

Multiple Choice

What was one major weakness of the Articles of Confederation revealed by Shay’s Rebellion?

• The government could not stop the rebellion quickly.

• The government could easily raise taxes.

• The government had too much power over the states.

• The government was able to prevent all uprisings.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are principles of the Constitution?

• Federalism

• Separation of Powers

• Absolute Monarchy

• Limited Government

Multiple Choice

Who were the main authors of The Federalist Papers?

• Hamilton, Madison, Jay

• Washington, Adams, Jefferson

• Franklin, Monroe, Hancock

• Lincoln, Grant, Sherman

Multiple Choice

What was one major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• It gave too much power to the central government

• It allowed Congress to tax effectively

• It created a strong executive branch

• It limited national power and made it hard for Congress to tax