Understanding the Articles of Confederation

The video tutorial by Dr. Doodles covers the Articles of Confederation, highlighting their historical context, key principles, and weaknesses. It explains how the Constitution addressed these weaknesses, particularly in response to events like Shays' Rebellion, which shifted public opinion towards a stronger central government. The video also provides key points for the AP exam, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Articles' limitations and the subsequent constitutional solutions.

What was the main principle evident in the Articles of Confederation?

• National sovereignty

• State sovereignty

• Federalism

• Monarchy

Which article of the Articles of Confederation created a 'league of friendship' for defense and security?

• Article 1

• Article 2

• Article 3

• Article 4

What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation regarding taxation?

• States were not allowed to collect taxes

• Congress could not tax the people directly

• States could not tax their citizens

• Congress could tax the people directly

How did the Constitution address the issue of representation in Congress?

• By creating a unicameral legislature

• By giving more votes to larger states

• By maintaining one vote per state

• By establishing a bicameral legislature with one house based on population

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and shifted public opinion?

• The War of 1812

• The Boston Tea Party

• Shay's Rebellion

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

What was the outcome of Shay's Rebellion?

• It resulted in the independence of Massachusetts

• It was suppressed by a private Massachusetts army

• It led to the immediate creation of a new constitution

• It was put down by a Federal Army

Why were the Articles of Confederation established during wartime urgency?

• To create a strong central government

• To promote international trade

• To ensure state sovereignty over national power

• To establish a monarchy

What was a significant change in the Constitution regarding amendments?

• Amendments could be made by the President alone

• Amendments required approval from two-thirds of Congress and three-fourths of states

• Amendments required a unanimous vote

• Amendments were not allowed

Which article of the Constitution gives Congress the power to tax?

• Article 1, Section 8

• Article 3, Section 1

• Article 5

• Article 2, Section 1

What was a key reason for the creation of a new constitution?

• The Articles of Confederation were too strong

• The Articles of Confederation had no weaknesses

• The Articles of Confederation led to a weak central government

• The Articles of Confederation were never ratified