Articles of Confederation Quiz (8.3.1)

Under the Articles of Confederation, how many states did it require to pass any law through Congress?

• 7 of 13

• 11 of 13

• 9 of 13

• 13 of 13

Americans were afraid that a __________ would lead to tyranny, or oppressive rule

• strong state government

• weak government

• strong central government

• strong legislature

In the Articles of Confederation, where was most of the government power placed?

• Most of the government power was placed in the individual states.
• Most of the government power was placed in a central bank.
• Most of the government power was placed in the national government.

• Most of the government power was placed in the executive branch.

Ultimately, the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation lead to the creation of

• the Articles of Confederation
• the Bill of Rights
• the Declaration of Independence
• the United States Constitution

What is the name of the first written plan of government in the United States?

• Articles of Confederation
• Declaration of Independence
• Bill of Rights
• Constitution

Because they did not want another overly powerful leader like King George, the colonists wanted a ______________ central government under the Articles of Confederation.

• 
  harsh

• large

• 
  strong

• weak

Which of the following was NOT a power of Congress under the Articles of Confederation?

• Declare war
• Tax

• Negotiate treaties

• Create a plan for the Northwest Territory

Which of the following events lead to a decision by the colonies to meet and get rid of the Articles of Confederation?

• The Boston Tea Party protests.
• The signing of the Declaration of Independence.
• The Treaty of Paris negotiations.
• Shays' Rebellion

A person, or a representative who would represent a particular state and vote for laws to Congress is ________.

• miltiaman

• delegate

• governor
• mayor

What was a long term effect of the Northwest Ordinance?

• The Massachusetts farmers rebelled.

• Territories eventually became states.

• Slavery expanded throughout the Ohio River Valley.

• George Washington was elected president.