Articles of Confederation Quiz

The Articles of Confederation government signed the Treaty of Alliance with France in 1778 in order

• To end the American Revolution

• To help the 13 Colonies win the American Revolution

• To establish trade routes

• To create a new government

True or False: Every state had its own money under the Articles of Confederation government.

• True

• False

What was missing in the Articles of Confederation government that affected the protection of citizens' rights?

• A legislative branch

• A judicial branch

• A military branch

• A financial branch

Which two branches were not present (not part of) in the Articles of Confederation government?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

Which agreement declared the 13 Colonies a free country no longer under British rule?

• Treaty of Paris 1783

• Treaty of Alliance with France

• Northwest Ordinance of 1787

• Articles of Confederation

What did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 outlaw in the new states?

• Taxes

• Slavery

• Trade

• Military service

How many states needed to agree to amend (change) the Articles of Confederation?

• 7 out of 13

• 9 out of 13

• 10 out of 13

• All 13

Which branch of government makes laws?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Military Branch

Which branch of government reviews laws to ensure they are just?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Military Branch

What was a consequence of needing all 13 states to amend the Articles?

• Easy to make changes

• Impossible to change or amend

• Quick amendments

• Frequent changes