Understanding the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution

What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

• To provide a loose framework for the 13 states

• To establish a monarchy

• To abolish state governments

• To create a strong federal government

Why was it difficult for Congress to repay Revolutionary War soldiers under the Articles of Confederation?

• Congress had no power to tax

• The soldiers were not recognized

• States refused to print money

• There was no national army

What was a major issue with trade under the Articles of Confederation?

• States had different trade interests

• There were no rivers for trade

• The Spanish controlled all trade routes

• Trade was banned with foreign nations

What was a key concern during the Philadelphia Convention?

• Establishing a monarchy

• Balancing national power and state liberty

• Creating a single state government

• Abolishing the presidency

What was a significant change introduced by the U.S. Constitution?

• Abolition of state governments

• Introduction of a presidency

• Creation of a monarchy

• Elimination of Congress

What system was introduced to protect liberty under the U.S. Constitution?

• A council of presidents

• A monarchy

• A single-party system

• Checks and balances