Unit 9 Test Prep

Which situation best demonstrates the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

• The national government passed a law regulating interstate trade.

• State governments created their own armies during a time of peace.

• Farmers revolted over taxes and debts, and the national government couldn’t stop them.

• Congress successfully amended the Articles to improve taxation.

Under the Articles of Confederation, why was the national government unable to handle economic crises?

• It could not regulate the value of state currency.

• It could not enforce laws about interstate travel.

• It lacked the ability to collect taxes from states.

• It gave too much authority to the president.

After Shay’s Rebellion, which policy change was implemented by some state governments?

• Increased voting rights for all citizens.

• Tax reductions and debt forgiveness for farmers.

• Strict enforcement of trade restrictions.

• Judicial reforms to reduce the power of state courts.

What was the effect of allowing states to impose their own tariffs under the Articles of Confederation?

• It increased national trade among states.

• It encouraged states to unify their trade policies.

• It created trade conflicts and reduced commerce between states.

• It gave larger states more power in Congress.

How did the U.S. Constitution resolve the issue of weak central authority under the Articles of Confederation?

• It allowed state governments to retain full control over trade and taxes.

• It established federal powers to regulate commerce and collect taxes.

• It removed state governments’ ability to create laws.

• It made all state laws subject to Supreme Court review.

Why did Anti-Federalists oppose the U.S. Constitution as it was originally written?

• They believed it gave the president too much power.

• They feared it lacked protections for individual rights.

• They thought it gave Congress the ability to amend laws too easily.

• They wanted the judicial branch to have more authority.

What concept from Federalist Paper #10 supports protecting minority rights in a large republic?

• A larger government ensures the president has greater power.

• A variety of interests makes it harder for any one group to dominate.

• A smaller republic leads to more effective communication between states.

• A strong judicial system limits the power of the legislature.

Why did Anti-Federalists argue that a single national government could not meet the needs of all states?

• They believed only local governments should make laws.

• They felt a diverse population required regional solutions.

• They feared Congress would limit individual freedoms.

• They thought state courts were better at enforcing national laws.

Why does the Constitution continue to be interpreted and debated in modern times?

• It lacks specific rules about powers reserved for states.

• It has not been amended since it was first written.

• It removed all powers from state governments.

• It is not written in language relevant to current issues.

• Federalists and Anti-Federalists

• New Jersey Plan and Virginia Plan

• Articles of Confederation and Constitution

• Patriots and Loyalists