Quiz on the Articles of Confederation

What did the Articles of Confederation establish among the states?

• A) A centralized government

• B) A firm league of friendship

• C) A new constitution

• D) A military alliance

How many of the original thirteen colonies votes were required to pass bills under the Articles of Confederation?

• A) Six

• B) Nine

• C) Ten

• D) Thirteen

What was required to amend the Articles of Confederation?

• A) Majority consent of the states

• B) Nine of thirteen votes

• C) Unanimous consent of the states

• D) Two-thirds consent of the states

Which of the following was a power denied to the government but given to Congress?

• Power to declare war

• Power to raise funds for an army or navy

• Power to establish post offices

• Power to create laws

What was the government not allowed to control according to Article 1?

• Education

• Trade among the states

• National defense

• Public health

Which branch is not a branch of government?

• Legislative branch

• Judicial branch

• Executive branch

• Bureaucratic branch

Congress has the power to regulate _________?

• The value of currency

• The internet

• Immigration

• Environmental protection

What obligation were states not forced to honor?

• Education standards

• Health care regulations

• Immigration

• Traffic laws

How many basic parts does the United States Constitution have?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What does the Preamble of the United States Constitution explain?

• The Bill of Rights

• The outline for the 3 branches of government

• The reason for the Constitution

• The state & federal powers