Foundational Concepts and Principles

Which statement argues against the Articles of Confederation?

• A strong central government is essential for stable governance.

• The Articles of Confederation created a harmonious balance of power between states.

• The decentralized power structure of the Articles of Confederation led to turbulent and ineffective governance.

• The central government under the Articles of Confederation was well-prepared for challenges.

What did Washington do after hearing about Shays Rebellion?

• Led an army against the rebellion.

• Joined a Convention of state delegates.

• Stayed in retirement but sent his regards.

• Joined the rebellion in protest of the Articles.

Which statement about attitudes toward the ratification of the U.S. Constitution is most accurate?

• The South showed weak support

• New England led in ratification

• The Middle States were divided in their support

• Mixed support was evident nationwide

This map best illustrates

• Spain-US border disputes

• Britain-US land control fight

• US-states land control fight

• Native American-US border disputes

A "firm league of friendship" of states best describes which government?

• the Constitution of the Republic

• the Articles of Confederation

• the Articles of Association

• the Constitution of the United States

What did the Northwest Ordinance function as for settlers in the Northwest Territory?

• plan of government

• bill of rights

• land system

• state legislature

What uprising occurred when Daniel Shay's petitions went unanswered?

• Greenwich Revolt

• Springfield's Uprising

• Boston Massacre

• Shay's Rebellion

Which state had the most delegates at the Constitutional Convention?

• New York (NY)

• Pennsylvania (PA)

• Delaware (DE)

• New Jersey (NJ)

Why did Anti-Federalist George Mason oppose the Constitution?

• Slavery wasn't prohibited and state laws are equal to federal laws

• State constitutions weren't considered and trade regulation was given to the federal government

• No rights are listed and federal laws overrule state laws

• A declaration of rights is included, but doesn't cover the federal government's enforcement powers

Which event did not occur in 1787?

• Shay's Rebellion

• U.S. Constitution signed

• U.S. Constitution ratified

• Northwest Ordinance passed