Articles of Confederation Flashcards
What is one word that describes the Articles of Confederation?
Weak
What kind of government did they have?
A unicameral government
What does unicameral mean?
There is only 1 Branch of government
What are 5 of Congress’ power?
- Law making
- Maintain an army
- Make war and peace
- Raise & equip navy
- Decide disputes among states
Who said “No intention of giving up sovereignty?”
Colonists
What does sovereignty mean?
They don’t want to give up their independence
What are 2 weaknesses of the Congress?
- Congress could not regulate trade
2. Congress could not levy or collect taxes
Why could Congress not force anyone to follow the laws passed by them?
They had no Executive Branch
Why was it hard to pass a law?
You needed 70% of the votes
What are the 3 Articles achievements?
- Established fair policy of land west of the Appalachia
- Peace with Great Britain
- Set up Departments (War, Foreign Affairs, and Treasury)
What are 3 reasons for a need for strength?
- Growing problems among states (quarreling)
- $40 million in debt
- Economic depression
What is an historical (key word) example of economic depression
Shay’s Rebellion
What is the Miracles at Philadelphia?
Philadelphia Convention
What is the Philadelphia Convention also known as?
The Constitutional Convention
Who is usually related to the word “miracle?”
God
