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What did the Continental Congress ask the states to do in May 1776?
What did the Continental Congress ask the states to do in May 1776?
Which states decided to use their colonial charters as state constitutions?
Which states decided to use their colonial charters as state constitutions?
Why did the states limit the power of governors in their constitutions?
Why did the states limit the power of governors in their constitutions?
What was the structure of most state legislatures after independence?
What was the structure of most state legislatures after independence?
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Who was generally eligible to vote in most states after the establishment of state governments?
Who was generally eligible to vote in most states after the establishment of state governments?
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What role did state legislatures play in the new government structure?
What role did state legislatures play in the new government structure?
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What type of government did the American people agree the new country should be?
What type of government did the American people agree the new country should be?
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What was one of the primary challenges faced by the new independent states?
What was one of the primary challenges faced by the new independent states?
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What was a primary reason Maryland withheld approval of the Articles of Confederation?
What was a primary reason Maryland withheld approval of the Articles of Confederation?
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How many states were required to pass a law under the weak Congress established by the Articles of Confederation?
How many states were required to pass a law under the weak Congress established by the Articles of Confederation?
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What significant achievement did the Confederation government accomplish?
What significant achievement did the Confederation government accomplish?
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What was the main challenge regarding the admission of new states into the Union?
What was the main challenge regarding the admission of new states into the Union?
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What area did the Treaty of Paris give the United States control over?
What area did the Treaty of Paris give the United States control over?
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What structural issue made it difficult for Congress to pass laws?
What structural issue made it difficult for Congress to pass laws?
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Which states were critical for Maryland's approval of the Articles?
Which states were critical for Maryland's approval of the Articles?
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What process was needed for settlers in the western territories to achieve statehood?
What process was needed for settlers in the western territories to achieve statehood?
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What was the main purpose of the Ordinance of 1785?
What was the main purpose of the Ordinance of 1785?
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How many sections were each township divided into under the Ordinance of 1785?
How many sections were each township divided into under the Ordinance of 1785?
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What significant clause did the Northwest Ordinance include?
What significant clause did the Northwest Ordinance include?
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What was required for a territory to seek statehood according to the Northwest Ordinance?
What was required for a territory to seek statehood according to the Northwest Ordinance?
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Who was the president of the Congress who urged for the protection of property rights in 1785?
Who was the president of the Congress who urged for the protection of property rights in 1785?
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What was one of the key outcomes of the Northwest Ordinance in terms of slavery?
What was one of the key outcomes of the Northwest Ordinance in terms of slavery?
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Which territory was created in 1798 from land west of Georgia?
Which territory was created in 1798 from land west of Georgia?
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What was a significant feature of the process established by the Ordinance of 1785 and the Northwest Ordinance?
What was a significant feature of the process established by the Ordinance of 1785 and the Northwest Ordinance?
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What significant change was made in the organization of the territory compared to the Northwest Territory?
What significant change was made in the organization of the territory compared to the Northwest Territory?
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What was the minimum amount of land a person could purchase under the Land Act of 1800?
What was the minimum amount of land a person could purchase under the Land Act of 1800?
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How were payments structured for land purchases under the Land Act of 1800?
How were payments structured for land purchases under the Land Act of 1800?
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Which issue contributed to the depreciation of the Continental currency during the Revolutionary War?
Which issue contributed to the depreciation of the Continental currency during the Revolutionary War?
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What was the effect of the depreciation of continentals on public perception of the currency?
What was the effect of the depreciation of continentals on public perception of the currency?
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What phrase became common due to the lack of value in continentals?
What phrase became common due to the lack of value in continentals?
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Why did the Confederation government struggle with financial issues?
Why did the Confederation government struggle with financial issues?
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What prompted high prices and food riots in areas like Boston during the 1780s?
What prompted high prices and food riots in areas like Boston during the 1780s?
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What was the proposed tax to help pay the national debt in 1781?
What was the proposed tax to help pay the national debt in 1781?
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Which state opposed the proposed 5 percent tax on imported goods?
Which state opposed the proposed 5 percent tax on imported goods?
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What issue arose from American merchants concerning British markets?
What issue arose from American merchants concerning British markets?
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Who was sent to London in 1785 to discuss problems with Britain?
Who was sent to London in 1785 to discuss problems with Britain?
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What was one reason British troops continued to occupy forts in the Great Lakes region?
What was one reason British troops continued to occupy forts in the Great Lakes region?
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What action did Spain take in 1784 that affected American shipping?
What action did Spain take in 1784 that affected American shipping?
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What difficult position did Congress face regarding Loyalists after the Revolutionary War?
What difficult position did Congress face regarding Loyalists after the Revolutionary War?
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What was one consequence of the British troops remaining in America after the Treaty of Paris?
What was one consequence of the British troops remaining in America after the Treaty of Paris?
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What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?
What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?
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Which power was NOT granted to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?
Which power was NOT granted to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?
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How many votes did each state have in the Congress under the Articles of Confederation?
How many votes did each state have in the Congress under the Articles of Confederation?
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What was required for the Articles of Confederation to be amended?
What was required for the Articles of Confederation to be amended?
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Which of the following did the Articles of Confederation NOT allow Congress to do?
Which of the following did the Articles of Confederation NOT allow Congress to do?
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What was the main concern of most Americans regarding the new central government?
What was the main concern of most Americans regarding the new central government?
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What was a significant limitation of the government under the Articles of Confederation?
What was a significant limitation of the government under the Articles of Confederation?
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What was described as 'a firm league of friendship' under the Articles of Confederation?
What was described as 'a firm league of friendship' under the Articles of Confederation?
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Study Notes
Independent States and Governing
- Thirteen states needed a plan to govern themselves after British rule, but disagreements arose over the extent of state powers and the central government's role.
- State constitutions were drafted, prioritizing limitations on governors' power and dividing legislative authority between multiple bodies.
- White male voters, at least 21 years old and owning property/paying taxes, primarily held political power.
- State legislatures became the most dominant branch due to limited governor power.
Forming a National Government
- Americans aimed for a republic, a government where citizens are represented and governed by elected officials.
- Initial national government desired a limited central authority.
The Articles of Confederation
- Created in 1777 to establish a plan for a national government.
- Designed a weak central government, preserving most powers with the states.
- Congress held limited powers, including managing foreign relations, maintaining forces, borrowing money, and dealing with currency.
Challenges of the Confederation
- Power limitations hindered Congress's ability to enforce policies and address national concerns.
- Internal disputes over land claims and disputes with foreign nations (Britain and Spain) posed significant challenges.
- States often prioritized their own interests, hindering effective national actions (e.g., trade regulation, collecting taxes, and supporting the military).
- The absence of a chief executive led to operational inefficiencies and weak leadership.
Western Land Policies
- The Articles faced challenges settling disputes over western lands claimed by several states.
- The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 established a process for creating new states and outlined basic rights, banning slavery within the Northwest Territory.
- The Land Ordinance of 1785 aided in the survey and sale of land in the Northwest Territory, establishing an organized system for land ownership and management.
Financial Issues
- The Continental Congress faced substantial debt from the Revolutionary War.
- The Continental's paper currency's value depreciated, creating financial instability and inflation.
- Attempts to tax imports faced opposition from some states, hindering the national government's fiscal strength.
- Congress struggled to collect taxes from states and raise revenue for national needs.
Foreign Relations
- Disputes arose with Britain about property claims, and Britain's failure to withdraw from forts along the western frontier.
- Spain's limitations of the Mississippi River navigation hindered western trade and settlement.
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This quiz explores the key events and decisions made by the Continental Congress and the early state governments during the formation of the United States. It covers the limitations on governors, state legislatures, voting eligibility, and challenges faced in the post-independence era. Test your knowledge about the Articles of Confederation and the structure of the new government!
