Exploring the Articles of Confederation

Why did state governments favor the Articles of Confederation?

• They provided a strong central government.

• They enabled states to tax other states.

• They allowed states to retain most of the power.

• They created a powerful executive branch.

What was the primary goal of the American Revolution according to the video?

• To expand territory.

• To establish a monarchy.

• To ensure local elected legislators governed the people.

• To create a strong national government.

How did people identify themselves during the American Revolution?

• As citizens of the United States.

• As citizens of their respective states.

• As Europeans.

• As global citizens.

What was a key feature of the Articles of Confederation to prevent tyranny?

• Most powers were preserved for the states.

• A strong executive branch.

• A powerful national army.

• Centralized taxation.

Why was a distant government considered ineffective in the 18th century?

• Lack of modern transportation and communication.

• Too many local governments.

• Excessive taxation.

• Strong local armies.

Which power was NOT granted to the national government under the Articles of Confederation?

• Taxation

• Creating an army

• Regulating commerce

• All of the above

What was the most powerful right a government had according to early Americans?

• Coining money

• Regulating commerce

• Taxation

• Creating laws

What realization did revolutionaries like Hamilton, Madison, and Washington come to after the war?

• The Articles of Confederation were perfect.

• A stronger national government was needed.

• The states should be independent nations.

• The executive branch should be abolished.

What term did revolutionaries use to describe the government under the Articles of Confederation?

• Weak government

• Invigorating government

• Tyrannical government

• Centralized government

What was the main issue with the Articles of Confederation after the revolution?

• They were inadequate for governing a new nation.

• They allowed for too much taxation.

• They created a powerful executive branch.

• They were too strong.