Articles of Confederation Owens

Which of the following is NOT a reason why the 13 colonies wanted freedom from England?

• limited government control

• anger with King George III

• anger with Parliament

• few places to go on vacation

How many votes did the original 13 colonies need to pass a law?

Which of the following is NOT part of our system of government?

• monarchy

• legislative

• judicial

• executive

In 1785, the flag of the U.S. had _____ stars and stripes.

• 3

• 31

• 1

• 13

A ______________ is a union or association between states.

• city

• presidency

• confederation

• ratify

Which of the following branches of government has control over money?

• states

• executive branch

• legislative branch

• judicial branch

Using the graph on p. 252, in what year did a bushel of potatoes cost around $1.00?

• 2024

• 1775

• 1779

• 1777

Which of the following was NOT a reason for a stronger central government?

• debt

• worthless currency

• elections

• issues like Shay's Rebellion

What did the Land Ordinance of 1785 provide money for?

• public roads

• public libraries

• public schools

• public meetings

Using the map at the top of page 254, which of the following is NOT part of the Northwest Territory?

• PA

• IL

• WI

• MI