Articles of Confederation

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The Articles of Confederation was a document of rules for a new ________________ after America became independent.

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government

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Because they did not want another overly powerful leader like King George, the colonists wanted a ______________ central government. Options: harsh, large, strong, weak

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weak

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Which of the following was NOT a power of the national government?

• Creating and collecting taxes
• Declaring war and making treaties
• Creating an army and a navy
• Borrowing money

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Creating and collecting taxes

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Who had the most power under the Articles?

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The state governments

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Which picture is the best representation of the Articles of Confederation?

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Under the Articles, the national Congress did not have the power to create or collect taxes. What did this lead to?

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The national/federal government never had enough money to fund things.

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Why were laws difficult to enact (create)?

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9 out of the 13 states had to approve of each law

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The states included in this land ordinance made up the...

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Northwest Territory

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What did the Northwest Ordinance say about slavery?

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It banned slavery in the Northwest Territories

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Why did farmers rebel and take over courthouses in Shay's Rebellion?

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They were in debt and their farms were being taken