The Articles of Confederation: A Prelude to the Constitution

The Articles of Confederation: A Prelude to the Constitution

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12th Grade

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James Byrd

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the adoption of the US Constitution in 1787?

To create a stronger central government with defined powers

To maintain the weak central government established by the Articles of Confederation

To eliminate the need for a national government

To increase the power of individual states

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a limitation of the Articles of Confederation?

The ability to enforce laws

The presence of a strong central leadership

The power to regulate commerce effectively

The existence of separate executive and judicial branches

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the American colonists wary of a strong national government?

Due to their experiences with the British Monarchy

Because they wanted to maintain strong state governments

To avoid economic instability

To ensure unanimous votes for amendments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event illustrated the inability of the Continental Congress to enforce taxes under the Articles of Confederation?

Shays' Rebellion

The Boston Tea Party

The signing of the Declaration of Independence

The Battle of Bunker Hill

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major consequence of the lack of a uniform currency system under the Articles of Confederation?

Difficulty in trade between states

Increased power of the central government

Efficient regulation of commerce

Strong economic growth