Articles of Confederation and the Constitution Quiz

When were the Articles of Confederation ratified?

• 1777

• 1781

• 1787

• 1791

What was the main reason for developing the Articles of Confederation?

• To gain independence from Great Britain

• To establish a strong central government

• To regulate trade and commerce

• To protect individual rights

What is the term used to describe when government become destructive and doesn't protect people's basic rights?

• Democracy

• Republic

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the 13 states under the Articles of Confederation?

• Firm league of Friendship

• Strong and centralized

• Independent and sovereign

• Authoritarian and oppressive

What was the major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• Lack of power to tax or raise revenue

• Inability to regulate trade or commerce

• Absence of military forces

• All of the above

Which accomplishment of the Articles of Confederation established a way to survey and settle western lands?

• Land Ordinance 1785

• Northwest Ordinance 1787

• Vermont example

• Township and Range

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and the need for a stronger central government?

• Shays' Rebellion

• Boston Tea Party

• Declaration of Independence

• Constitutional Convention

Who is considered the Father of the Constitution?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton