Flaws in the Articles of Confederation Flashcards

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What was one of the most significant flaws of the Articles of Confederation?

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The inability of states to come to an agreement, leading to legislative gridlock.

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Why was the central government under the Articles unable to raise funds effectively?

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It lacked the power to tax and relied on voluntary contributions from the states.

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How did the Articles of Confederation contribute to a weak monetary system?

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The central government could coin money but had no way to back it up, leading to inflation and competing state currencies.

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What issue arose from individual states making their own foreign treaties?

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It made the U.S. appear disorganized and led to conflicts of interest among states.

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How did some states violate peace treaties with Britain?

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They passed laws that contradicted the terms of the treaty, risking renewed hostilities.

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What major judicial flaw existed under the Articles of Confederation?

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There was no national judiciary to resolve disputes between states.

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How did the lack of a national judiciary impact the country?

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It led to frequent conflicts over trade, territorial claims, and state laws.

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What was a key weakness of the central government under the Articles?

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t was too weak to enforce treaties, regulate commerce, or resolve disputes.

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Why was the U.S. economy unstable under the Articles of Confederation?

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The lack of a unified monetary system and inability to tax led to financial instability.

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What ultimately happened to the Articles of Confederation?

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They were replaced by the U.S. Constitution, which created a stronger federal government.

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