Articles of Confederation

What was the first constitution of the United States?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

• The United States Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

When were the Articles of Confederation finally ratified by all thirteen states?

• July 4, 1776

• November 15, 1777

• July 9, 1778

• March 1, 1781

Which of the following was a power granted to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?

• Enforce laws

• Collect taxes

• Maintain armed forces

• Regulate interstate trade

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the national government under the Articles of Confederation and led to calls for a new governing document?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Battle of Yorktown

• Shays' Rebellion

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

Which of the following best completes the diagram?

a

b

c

d

No Court System

Congress could negotiate treaties

 No national currency

No Executive Branch

National Debt

Congress couldn't collect taxes

Congress could maintain an army

Creation of the National Bank

Northwest Ordinance