Chapter 5 Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
When were the Articles of Confederation ratified?
A
March 1781
2
Q
What powers did the Articles of Confederation give the Confederation Congress?
A
Declare war and make peace, raise an army, make foreign treaties and alliances, coin and borrow money, regulate weights and measures, est. post office, regulate Indian affairs, pass laws by 9 of 13 states, and make amendments by unanimous vote for all states.
3
Q
Other than loose bonds among states, what were three weaknesses of the Articles?
A
One vote in congress for each state, no executive or judicial power, unanimous vote for amendments.
