The Articles of Confederation and the United States Constitution

When did the United States declare its independence?

• April 1775

• July 4th, 1776

• November 15, 1777

• March 1, 1781

Who led the committee responsible for drafting a plan for government?

• John Dickinson

• Benjamin Franklin

• Daniel Shays

• Thomas Jefferson

When were the Articles of Confederation adopted by Congress?

• April 1775

• July 4th, 1776

• November 15, 1777

• March 1, 1781

How many states needed to ratify the Articles of Confederation for it to be approved?

• 8

• 9

• 12

• 13

What was the main reason for creating a weak central government under the Articles of Confederation?

• To prevent a tyrant from rising to power

• To establish a monarchy

• To give more power to the states

• To increase taxation

What was the major problem with the national government under the Articles of Confederation?

• Lack of power to enforce laws

• Excessive taxation

• Corruption in Congress

• Inability to declare war

What event exposed the weaknesses of the national government under the Articles of Confederation?

• The Revolutionary War

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The rebellion led by Daniel Shays

• The adoption of the United States Constitution

When did the rebellion led by Daniel Shays take place?

• April 1775

• July 4th, 1776

• November 15, 1777

• January 25, 1787

How many states sent delegates to forge a new document, the United States Constitution?

• 8

• 9

• 12

• 13

What is the United States Constitution?

• A plan for government

• A declaration of independence

• A treaty with Great Britain

• A book of laws