Things Flashcards
1
Q
What was the name of Continental Congress.
A
Confederation Congress.
2
Q
What branch of government make laws?
A
Legislative Branch.
3
Q
Define bicameral.
A
Two house legislative.
4
Q
What did several states argue over in 1781 that delayed ratification of the Articles.
A
The dispute of their state lines.
5
Q
What was the United States first national constitution called?
A
Articles of Confederation.
6
Q
During what period did the west lay just beyond the Appalachian mountains?
A
Confederation period.
7
Q
Define republic.
A
A type of government in which representatives are elected to govern on behalf of then people.
8
Q
What could congress do during the confederation period?
A
Raise an army, declare war, raise navy, borrow money, make laws, make up postal service, and
