US History: Articles of Confederation
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What was the primary reason for the Second Continental Congress to create a new government?

  • To establish a monarchy
  • To win the country's independence (correct)
  • To establish a powerful centralized banking system
  • To facilitate trade agreements

    • The Articles of Confederation were ratified immediately after being drafted in 1777.

    False (B)

    What type of government did Americans wish to have after the Revolutionary War?

    a republic

    A ______ is a form of government in which independent states form a union to act together, especially in defense.

    <p>confederation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Maryland's main concerns regarding the ratification of the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>The vast territory claims held by some states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following items with the correct description of each:

    <p>Articles of Confederation = First government of the United States Republic = Form of government where citizens elect representatives Second Continental Congress = Body that called for the Articles of Confederation Confederation = Union of independent states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The framers of the Articles of Confederation were aiming for a strong, centralized government.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was gaining recognition from foreign nations important during the formation of the new government?

    <p>To facilitate loans and treaties (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Articles of Confederation, which of the following was NOT a power of the central government?

    <p>Taxing citizens directly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each state, regardless of size, had equal representation with one vote in the Confederation Congress.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main intention behind the structure of the government under the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>to prevent a powerful central government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Articles of Confederation could only be changed by the _ approval of all thirteen states.

    <p>unanimous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the governmental elements with their characteristics under the Articles of Confederation:

    <p>Central Government = Limited powers and weak structure State Governments = Significant power and control over residents Confederation Congress = Each state had one vote Chief Executive = No independent chief executive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were delegates to the Confederation Congress selected?

    <p>By appointment by the state legislature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Articles of Confederation established an independent judiciary.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the Articles of Confederation ultimately fail?

    <p>It created a central government too weak to function effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the writers of the Articles of Confederation leave defense largely to the states?

    <p>They feared a standing army under a tyrannical government. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Articles of Confederation, the central government could directly collect taxes from citizens.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>Shays' Rebellion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Articles of Confederation could not be changed without a _________ vote to do so.

    <p>unanimous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each weakness of the Articles of Confederation with its consequence:

    <p>National government could not impose taxes = National government lacked funds for defense National government could not regulate trade = Foreign competitors hurt American economy National government could not raise an army = Hard to defend the nation Each state had one vote regardless of size = Populous states underrepresented in Congress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided text, what was the biggest problem with the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>The lack of power given to the national government. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Articles of Confederation included a national judicial system.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the uprising known as Shays' Rebellion?

    <p>Daniel Shays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the national government underfunded under the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>The states were often negligent in providing funds to the national government (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Articles of Confederation prohibited states from coining their own money.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the currency issued by the central government under the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>Continental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The national government lacked the power to impose ________ on foreign imports or regulated interstate commerce.

    <p>tariffs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one consequence of the U.S. government's inability to compensate colonists loyal to Great Britain?

    <p>The British refused to evacuate the land west of the Appalachians (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Articles of Confederation, the national government had the power to raise a standing army or navy.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were foreign governments reluctant to loan money to the U.S. under the Articles of Confederation?

    <p>The US government lacked the power to enforce repayment through taxation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the problems with their consequences under the Articles of Confederation:

    <p>Lack of taxation power = National government underfunded States coining money = Worthless and unreliable currency Lack of tariff power = American producers suffered Inability to raise an army = National Security Weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor primarily motivated the farmers in western Massachusetts to rebel in 1786?

    <p>Hefty debts, unpaid taxes, and the threat of losing their farms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The national government was quick to send aid to Massachusetts to put down Shays' Rebellion

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the uprising of farmers in Massachusetts in 1786-1787?

    <p>Daniel Shays (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate demand of the farmers who marched on the courthouse in Massachusetts?

    <p>relief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shays' Rebellion was ultimately put down by a privately funded _________.

    <p>militia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Continental Congress promise to do for the farmers who were fighting in the Revolution?

    <p>Pay them for their service (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shays' Rebellion led to the eventual revision of the Articles of Confederation.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their roles or actions in relation to Shays' Rebellion:

    <p>Daniel Shays = Led the rebellion James Bowdoin = Governor of Massachusetts Job Shattuck = Rebel leader (alongside Shays) Continental Congress = Promised to pay the soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Learning Objectives

    • Describe steps taken during and after the American Revolution to create a government
    • Identify key features of the Articles of Confederation
    • Describe crises resulting from key features of the Articles of Confederation

    Putting a New Government in Place

    • The Articles of Confederation were drafted in November 1777
    • The Articles were submitted to the states for ratification
    • All states except Maryland ratified the Articles within two years
    • Maryland's approval was contingent on Virginia relinquishing its western land claims
    • The Articles were finally adopted in early 1781
    • The British surrendered shortly after

    Problems with the Articles

    • The national government lacked the power to levy taxes

    • The national government had to request funds from states

    • State governments were often negligent in providing funds to the national government

    • The national government struggled to conduct foreign affairs and repay debts from the Revolution

    • The government could not protect American ships from attacks by Barbary pirates

    • Foreign countries were reluctant to loan money to the US due to the lack of tax capacity

    • The Continental currency was largely worthless

    • States issued their own banknotes

    • States imposed tariffs on goods from other states

    • The national government lacked the power to regulate interstate commerce

    • The national government lacked the power to raise a standing army

    Shays' Rebellion

    • Farmers in western Massachusetts were heavily in debt, facing imprisonment and land loss
    • The Continental Congress had promised to repay them for their service, but the national government lacked sufficient funding
    • The farmers were unable to meet tax obligations imposed by Massachusetts to repay its war debts
    • Farmers, led by Daniel Shays, marched to a courthouse demanding relief
    • Massachusetts militia, aided by private funds, suppressed the rebellion in 1787
    • The uprising demonstrated the weaknesses of the Articles and prompted calls for revision

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    This quiz focuses on the fundamental steps taken during the formation of the US government post-American Revolution, particularly through the Articles of Confederation. It covers the challenges faced by the national government, including taxation and foreign affairs.

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