Chapter 1: Early Challenges and the Articles of Confederation

The Articles of Confederation had several strengths and weaknesses. Which of the following was a strength?

• It allowed the federal government to impose taxes.

• It provided a strong central government.

• It established a system for orderly settlement of the West.

• It created a unified national currency.

What is the definition of the term 'provision'?

• An item in a legal document that states a condition or requirement

• A type of government

• A historical event

• A political party.

When did the Second Continental Congress meet in Philadelphia?

• May 10, 1775

• July 4, 1776

• September 5, 1774

• June 14, 1777

What were some of the limitations placed on state governments by the state constitutions?

• State governments could not print their own money.

• State governments were not allowed to form alliances with foreign governments.

• State governments were prohibited from imposing taxes.

• State governments could not maintain a standing army.

The Magna Carta is significant in the development of rights because it:

• established the principle that everyone is subject to the law, even the king

• created the first democratic government

• abolished the monarchy

• introduced the concept of human rights

The state constitutions protected freedom of speech by:

• limiting government power over speech

• allowing unrestricted speech

• requiring government approval for speech

• prohibiting all forms of speech

Thomas Jefferson's view on religious freedom was:

• He supported religious freedom and the separation of church and state.

• He believed in a state religion.

• He was against religious freedom.

• He had no opinion on religious matters.

What does the word 'assemble' mean?

• To gather together

• To separate

• To destroy

• To hide

What does the term 'conscience' mean?

Elizabeth Freeman was known for being the first African American woman to win a court case for her freedom in Massachusetts. Who was she?

• A famous artist

• A civil rights activist

• A renowned scientist

• A historical figure in the fight against slavery