Articles of Confederation Quiz (8.3.1)

Under the Articles of Confederation, how many states did it require to pass a law?

• 7 of 13

• 11 of 13

• 9 of 13

• 13 of 13

Americans were afraid that a __________ would lead to tyranny, or oppressive rule

• strong state government

• weak government

• strong central (national) government

• strong legislature

In the Articles of Confederation, where was most of the government power placed?

• Most of the government power was placed in the individual states.
• Most of the government power was placed in a central bank.
• Most of the government power was placed in the national government.

• Most of the government power was placed in the executive branch.

Ultimately, the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation lead to the creation of

• the Articles of Confederation
• the Bill of Rights
• the Declaration of Independence
• the United States Constitution

Select all the following that are weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation

• Strong central (federal) government

• Inability to levy taxes

• Ability to regulate trade with other countries

• Inability to enforce laws at a national level

• No executive branch (President)

Which of the following events lead to a decision by the colonies to meet and get rid of the Articles of Confederation?

• The Boston Tea Party protests.
• The signing of the Declaration of Independence.
• The Treaty of Paris negotiations.
• Shays' Rebellion

A person, or a representative who would represent a particular state and vote for laws to Congress is ________.

• miltiaman

• delegate

• governor
• mayor

Under the Articles of Confederation, how were states represented in the national government?

• Only the larger states had votes in Congress.
• Each state had one vote in Congress.
• States were represented by their governors in Congress.
• Each state had proportional representation based on population.