Mr. Dwyer's S1 Gov Review #2

What was the original proposal for determining state contributions?

• Based on the value of land

• Based on population

• Based on the number of cities

• Based on military strength

What did each state retain under the Articles of Confederation?

• A shared currency

• Sovereignty, freedom, and independence

• A unified legal system

• A common military

How many votes did each state have in Congress?

• One vote

• Two votes

• Votes based on population

• Votes based on wealth

What was the frequency of delegate selection for Congress?

• Every two years

• Every four years

• Yearly

• Every six months

What is the purpose of the Full Faith and Credit Clause?

• To allow states to ignore other states' laws

• To ensure states honor each other's public acts, records, and judicial proceedings

• To create a federal government

• To establish state boundaries

Under the Articles of Confederation, what power was Congress given?

• Declare War

• Collect Taxes

• Draft Soldiers

• Control Interstate Commerce

What was required to change the Articles of Confederation?

• Majority Vote

• Unanimous Vote

• Presidential Approval

• Supreme Court Decision

Which of the following was a power given to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?

• Draft Soldiers

• Sign Treaties

• Enforce Laws

• Control Trade

What was a challenge in amending the Articles of Confederation?

• Simple Majority Needed

• Unanimous Vote Needed

• Presidential Approval Needed

• Supreme Court Decision

What was a major issue among the states during the 1780s?

• They cooperated well with each other.

• They bickered and grew suspicious of one another.

• They formed a strong central government.

• They had no economic problems.