1.6 & 1.7 - Articles of Confederation

What was the primary purpose of The Articles of Confederation?

• To establish the judicial system

• To serve as the first plan of government for the United States

• To create a permanent alliance with European nations

• To replace the U.S. Constitution

Which of the following was the official name of the confederation under The Articles of Confederation?

• The Confederate States of America

• The United States of America

• The Union of American States

• The American Confederation

According to Article II, what powers do the states retain?

• All powers related to foreign policy

• All powers except those delegated to the President

• Sovereignty, freedom, independence, and all powers not expressly delegated to the United States in Congress assembled

• Only the power to tax

What kind of relationship did the states enter into according to Article III?

• A loose alliance with no obligations

• A firm league of friendship for common defense and mutual welfare

• A merger into a single sovereign entity

• An economic union with shared currency

How were the delegates to Congress appointed under Article V?

• By direct election of the people

• Annually, in such manner as the legislature of each state shall direct

• By the President of the United States

• For life, appointed by the state governors

How many votes did each state have in Congress under The Articles of Confederation?

• One vote per delegate

• One vote per state

• Votes proportional to the state’s population

• Two votes per state

What protection did members of Congress have according to Article V?

• Protection from arrests or imprisonments during their attendance on Congress, except for treason, felony, or breach of the peace

• Immunity from all legal actions

• Diplomatic immunity similar to foreign ambassadors

• Lifetime immunity from prosecution

Which of the following was NOT a responsibility of the states under Article III?

• To assist each other against attacks made on account of religion

• To form alliances with foreign nations without Congress’ approval

• To provide mutual defense

• To secure the general welfare of the states

What type of governance structure did The Articles of Confederation create for the United States?

• A strong centralized government with a powerful executive branch

• A federal system with equal power shared between state and national governments

• A confederation where states retained most of their sovereignty and independence

• A parliamentary system similar to that of the United Kingdom

What does Thomas Jefferson think about British newspapers?

• They accurately report on American events.

• They have a balanced view of the American situation.

• They have been hired to spread lies about American anarchy.

• They support the American cause.