What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

The Articles of Confederation: Foundations of American Government

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To form a treaty with Britain
To create a strong central government
To establish a monarchy in the United States
To provide a governing structure after independence
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What does the term 'confederation' imply in the context of the Articles?
A strong federal authority
A monarchy with shared powers
A loose alliance of independent states
A single, unified government
3.
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Under the Articles of Confederation, where was most of the power concentrated?
In the federal government
Equally between states and federal government
In the individual states
In the hands of the President
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the structure of the federal government under the Articles?
A strong executive branch
A single legislative branch
A judiciary with supreme power
A bicameral legislature
5.
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How was representation in Congress determined under the Articles?
Based on state population
Each state had one vote
Proportional to state size
Determined by state wealth
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why was a centralized government necessary despite the limited powers granted?
To impose taxes on states
To manage foreign relations and trade
To control state governments
To establish a national religion
7.
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What was a major limitation of the federal government under the Articles?
It could not raise a national army
It could not print money
It could not regulate trade
It could not declare war
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