Articles of Confederation Quiz

What was the first constitution of the United States called?

• Articles of Confederation

• Declaration of Independence

• Constitution of the United States

• Emancipation Proclamation

When were the Articles of Confederation adopted?

• November 15, 1777

• September 17, 1787

• July 4, 1776

• December 7, 1941

Which branch of government had the most power under the Articles of Confederation?

• legislative branch

• judicial branch

• executive branch

• none of the branches had more power

What was the main weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• too much emphasis on individual rights

• lack of a strong central government

• lack of representation for smaller states

• excessive power of the central government

How many states were required to pass a law under the Articles of Confederation?

• 9

• 13

• 2

• 5

What was the purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

• To establish a monarchy in the United States

• To create a centralized government with strong executive powers

• To promote individual rights and freedoms

• To establish a system of government for the United States

Which state did not ratify the Articles of Confederation until 1781?

• Virginia

• New York

• Pennsylvania

• Maryland

Who was the president of the Continental Congress when the Articles of Confederation were adopted?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Hanson

What was the name of the first national government under the Articles of Confederation?

• Continental Congress

• United Nations

• Federal Reserve

• Supreme Court

What event led to the need for a stronger central government and the creation of the Constitution?

• Ratification of the Declaration of Independence

• Success of the Articles of Confederation

• Signing of the Magna Carta

• Failure of the Articles of Confederation