Political
Why was the political system weak under the Articles of Confederation?
The Articles gave most of the power to the states, leaving the central government too weak to make important decisions.
How did the legislative system work under the Articles of Confederation?
The Articles set up a unicameral (one-house) Congress, where each state had one vote, regardless of size.
Why was diplomacy weak under the Articles of Confederation?
The national government had limited power to negotiate treaties or enforce agreements, and states acted independently.
Why was the military weak under the Articles of Confederation?
The government could not raise a strong army because it lacked the power to collect taxes or force states to provide soldiers
Why was the economy weak under the Articles of Confederation?
The government had no power to collect taxes, so it couldn’t pay off debts or fund necessary projects.
Did the central government have a president under the Articles?
Yes, but the president had little power and was mostly a figurehead with no real authority.
What was a problem with decision-making in the legislature under the Articles?
Decisions needed the approval of at least nine out of thirteen states, making it hard to pass laws.
Did the U.S. have a strong relationship with other countries under the Articles?
No, foreign nations didn’t take the U.S. seriously because the central government was too weak.
Did the Articles of Confederation allow for a national army?
No, the Articles only allowed for a small, voluntary army, and the states controlled their own militias.
Could the national government control trade under the Articles?
No, the government couldn't regulate trade between states or with other countries, which caused economic confusion.
How did the states act politically under the Articles?
Each state acted like its own country, making decisions without considering the needs of the national government or other states
Did the legislature have enough power under the Articles?
No, the legislature had limited power and couldn’t enforce laws or make important decisions without state approval.
What problem did the U.S. face with foreign nations under the Articles?
The U.S. struggled to protect its interests and resolve disputes with other countries because it lacked a strong central authority.
What happened when the U.S. needed military support under the Articles?
The government had trouble getting enough troops because it couldn’t force states to send soldiers or funds.
What problem did the U.S. face with money under the Articles?
The government printed too much money, leading to inflation, and there was no national currency to unify the economy.