Articles of Confederation

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FEDERAL government

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A system of government that divides power between the national (central), state, and local governments.

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What does CENTRAL government mean in the United States?

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The national government in Washington, D.C.

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Why were the Articles of Confederation created?

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After the Revolutionary War, the United States had to create a new government.

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Americans initially believed that the central government needed to be extremely...

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weak

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Initially, the United States wanted to give the ____ the most power.

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states

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Did the central government have the power to sign peace treaties with other countries?

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True

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Did the central government have the power to control trade with other countries?

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Yes, the statement is False.

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Under the AOC, did the central government have the power to declare war?

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True

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Under the AOC, the central government could NOT ask for soldiers to serve in the army.

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False

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Under the AOC, the central government could NOT tax the states.

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True