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The Articles of Confederation

Authored by Jodi Witt

Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The Articles of Confederation
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Under the Articles of Confederation, each state got __________ vote. 

2

1

5

Answer explanation

Under the Articles of Confederation, each state received 1 vote regardless of its size or population. This structure aimed to ensure equal representation among the states.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Articles of Confederation created a _________________ central government.

strong

average

weak

federal

Answer explanation

The Articles of Confederation created a weak central government, which limited its power and effectiveness. This weakness led to various issues, prompting the need for a stronger federal government later established by the Constitution.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

In order to change (amend) the Articles of Confederation,  __________ out of 13 states had to agree. 

9

10

13

15

Answer explanation

To amend the Articles of Confederation, unanimous consent was required. This means that all 13 states had to agree on any changes, making 13 the correct answer.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

The Articles of Confederation created a _________________ national government.

strong

average

weak

federal

Answer explanation

The Articles of Confederation created a weak national government, as it limited the powers of the central authority, leading to challenges in governance and coordination among the states.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Americans were afraid that a __?__ would lead to tyranny, or oppressive rule.

strong state government

weak government

strong national government

legslature

Answer explanation

Americans feared that a strong national government would concentrate power and lead to tyranny, as they valued individual liberties and were wary of oppressive rule, making this the correct choice.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

 Which of the following weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the government not having any money to pay their debts?

There was no national court system.

Congress was not allowed to collect taxes

There was no single leader or group directed by government

Congress had no power to enforce its laws

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Congress was not allowed to collect taxes' because this limitation meant the government could not generate revenue, leading to an inability to pay its debts.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

There was only one currency under the Articles.

True

False

Answer explanation

The statement is false because under the Articles of Confederation, both the Continental Congress and the states could issue currency, leading to multiple forms of currency in circulation.

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