American Government Pre-Test

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Which document was created during the American Revolution and guided us after the war was over? Options: The Constitution, The Declaration of Independence, The Articles of Confederation

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The Articles of Confederation

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What was a reason the Articles of Confederation was not successful? Options: The National government was too strong, The States had more power, which lead to a weak central government, The executive branch was too powerful

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The States had more power, which lead to a weak central government

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Under the Articles of Confederation states did not cooperate, often chose not to follow laws, and they also refused to give financial support to the _________________ who could not enforce laws.

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National Government

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Why did the founding fathers create such a weak central government under the Articles of Confederation?

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They were scared of abuse of power by the central government.

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What is the 3/5 Compromise?(Included in Constitution)

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counted every enslaved person as 3 free persons for representation in Congress

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Why would southern states want to count slaves as part of their population?

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Representation in the House of Representatives was based on population of state.

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The Great Compromise was about representation in what branch of Government? Options: Judicial, Legislative, Executive

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Legislative

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What document was created at the Second Continental Congress to replace the Articles of Confederation? Options: Bill of Rights, Preamble, The United States Constitution

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The United States Constitution

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Who is considered the "father" of the Constitution?

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James Madison

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What are the first 3 words of the Preamble to the Constitution?

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