Articles of Confederation
What year was the AOC ratified?
1781
What did the Land Ordinance of 1785 set aside land for?
For future use
What did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 create a path for?
It created a path for statehood
What was Shays’ Rebellion primarily about?
It reflected tensions between the wealthy and poor.
Who was the leader of the Lost State of Franklin?
John Sevier
What was the first governing document of the United States?
The Articles of Confederation
Who passed the Land Ordinance of 1785?
It was passed the Confederation Congress
What did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 ensure for settlers?
It encouraged education and infrastructure
Where did Shays’ Rebellion take place?
Massachusetts
What was the Lost State of Franklin trying to achieve?
To become a state
What was a major weakness of the Articles regarding state power?
The states had too much power
How did the Land Ordinance of 1785 divide land?
It divided land into townships
What was a key feature of the Northwest Ordinance concerning slavery?
It ensured civil liberties for settlers
Who were the main participants in Shays’ Rebellion?
Farmers
Why did the Lost State of Franklin ultimately fail?
It wasn't recognized by the federal government
What was a significant limitation of the federal government under the Articles?
What was one benefit of the Land Ordinance of 1785 for education?
It provided funding for public education
How did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 influence future states?
It banned slavery in the Northwest Territory
What was one outcome of Shays’ Rebellion?
It highlighted weaknesses in the Articles.
What was the geographical area of the Lost State of Franklin?
Eastern TN (about 12 modern counties)
What was a major strength of the Articles of Confederation?
The federal government had limited power
What was the primary purpose of the Land Ordinance of 1785?
Establish a method for surveying and selling land
What was one of the lasting impacts of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787?
It outlined a process for submitting new states
How did Shays’ Rebellion illustrate the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
The government could not afford a strong army and could not tax for one nor require people to join an army
How did the Lost State of Franklin relate to the Articles of Confederation?
It showed the government did not have the power necessary to expand the country