The Articles of Confederation Explained in One Minute

The video provides an overview of the Articles of Confederation, the first constitution of the United States, highlighting its drafting, ratification, and role during the American Revolution. It emphasizes the weaknesses of the Articles, such as the lack of a strong federal government, no president, and no power to tax or regulate interstate commerce. These issues culminated in Shay's Rebellion, illustrating the need for a stronger constitution, leading to the adoption of the US Constitution in 1789. The video concludes with a call to explore further resources.

What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

• To serve as the first constitution of the United States

• To create a monarchy in the United States

• To establish a strong federal government

• To replace the US Constitution

Which of the following was a characteristic of the federal government under the Articles of Confederation?

• It regulated interstate commerce

• It had a strong executive branch

• It could levy taxes

• It consisted of a single legislative body

What was a significant weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• The lack of power to tax

• The ability to easily amend the Articles

• The presence of a powerful president

• The strong control over interstate commerce

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Shay's Rebellion

• The drafting of the US Constitution

In what year was the US Constitution adopted, replacing the Articles of Confederation?

• 1776

• 1781

• 1787

• 1789