Understanding the Articles of Confederation

What was the main reason for drafting the Articles of Confederation?

• To abolish state governments

• To unite the states for the war effort

• To create a strong central government

• To establish a monarchy

What does it mean to ratify a document?

• To reject it

• To formally approve it

• To rewrite it

• To ignore it

What was the 'League of Friendship'?

• A strong alliance between states

• A loose confederation of states

• A military pact

• A trade agreement

Why did the Articles of Confederation create a weak central government?

• To strengthen the military

• To avoid the mistakes of the British government

• To increase state power

• To promote international trade

Which of the following was NOT a power of the national government under the Articles?

• Coordinate the war effort

• Tax citizens

• Sign treaties

• Declare war

What was a major consequence of the national government's inability to tax?

• Rapid economic growth

• Strong military funding

• Financial struggles during the war

• Increased state cooperation

What was a significant problem caused by the lack of a judicial branch?

• Lack of trade agreements

• No military leadership

• No enforcement of laws

• Inability to pass laws

Why was it difficult to pass laws under the Articles of Confederation?

• Frequent amendments

• Lack of interest from states

• Too many executive orders

• Need for a large majority

What was the impact of the Articles' inability to regulate commerce?

• Increased federal revenue

• Stable international trade

• Unified trade policies

• Economic disputes between states

How did Shays' Rebellion highlight the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

• It showed the need for a stronger military

• It demonstrated the lack of federal enforcement

• It proved the effectiveness of state governments

• It led to the end of the Revolutionary War