Understanding the Articles of Confederation

When did the Revolutionary War begin?

• March 1781

• July 1776

• April 1775

• January 1787

Who was tasked with drafting the initial plan for the new government?

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Dickinson

What was required for the Articles of Confederation to be ratified?

• Unanimous approval by all 13 states

• Approval by a simple majority

• Approval by 9 states

• Approval by the Continental Congress only

Which state was the last to ratify the Articles of Confederation?

• Virginia

• New York

• Maryland

• Delaware

How many branches of government were established by the Articles of Confederation?

• None

• One

• Two

• Three

Which power was NOT given to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?

• To manage relations with other countries

• To collect taxes

• To declare war

• To establish the post office

What was the main reason the Articles of Confederation created a weak national government?

• To prevent the rise of a tyrant

• To strengthen state governments

• Due to lack of resources

• Because of disagreements among the states

How many states needed to agree to amend the Articles of Confederation?

• 9

• 7

• 11

• 13

What was a direct consequence of the national government's inability to collect taxes under the Articles?

• Stronger state governments

• Economic prosperity

• Increased foreign debt

• National debt and financial instability

What major event highlighted the weaknesses of the national government under the Articles?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Battle of Yorktown

• Shays' Rebellion

• The Boston Tea Party