America's Documents Of Freedom 1775-1786 - The Articles Of Confederation 1776

After the American Revolution, leaders debated the structure of the union, leading to the Articles of Confederation, which established a weak central government. The Articles lacked the power to tax, regulate commerce, or maintain a defense system, causing economic and political issues. By 1787, the need for a stronger national government was clear, prompting the drafting of a new Constitution.

What was the main concern of those who opposed a strong national government after the American Revolution?

• It would not be able to regulate commerce.

• It would lead to foreign invasions.

• It might dominate and exploit the common people.

• It would be too expensive to maintain.

Who was responsible for leading the committee to draft the Articles of Confederation?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Dickinson

• Alexander Hamilton

What was a major issue faced by the delegates when drafting the Articles of Confederation?

• Establishing a national religion

• Choosing a national language

• Balancing power between large and small states

• Deciding the location of the capital

Which power was NOT granted to the federal government under the Articles of Confederation?

• Borrowing money

• Conducting foreign diplomacy

• Regulating commerce

• Settling disputes between states

What economic issue arose due to the Articles of Confederation?

• There was a national banking system.

• The federal government imposed high tariffs.

• States were free to tax goods from other states.

• States could not produce their own currency.

By 1787, what was the general consensus about the Articles of Confederation?

• They needed to be replaced with a monarchy.

• They were too strong and needed to be weakened.

• They were too weak to provide an effective union.

• They were perfect and needed no changes.

What significant event took place in Philadelphia in 1787?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The end of the American Revolution

• The first presidential election

• The drafting of a new constitution