Mr. Wade discusses the formation of state governments and the Articles of Confederation, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. He explains how the Articles were effective during the war but struggled post-war due to limited central power. The video covers the Northwest Ordinance's impact on slavery and Shay's Rebellion's role in prompting a stronger national government. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with more content.

What was the main reason for creating a new government after declaring independence from England?

• To form alliances with other countries

• To establish a monarchy

• To replace the English government

• To create a new trade system

Which state was the first to declare itself independent by writing its own constitution?

• New York

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

• New Hampshire

What is a constitution described as in the video?

• A set of laws

• A declaration of independence

• A government structure

• A rulebook

What type of legislature did most states set up?

• Unicameral

• Bicameral

• Tricameral

• Quadricameral

When were the Articles of Confederation written?

• 1777

• 1781

• 1776

• 1785

What was a significant achievement of the Articles of Confederation?

• Creating a strong central government

• Establishing a national bank

• Forming a new constitution

• Controlling the army during the war

What was the purpose of the Northwest Ordinance?

• To form alliances with other countries

• To create a new constitution

• To limit the spread of slavery

• To establish a national bank

What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• Too many branches of government

• Too much power in the central government

• Inability to collect taxes

• Lack of state representation

Who led the rebellion that highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

• George Washington

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

• Daniel Shays

What was the main consequence of Shay's Rebellion?

• Strengthening the Articles of Confederation

• Forming new state governments

• Creating a new trade system

• Highlighting the need for a stronger national government