1. What was one strength of the Articles of Confederation? (1 point)
It allowed states to make decisions for themselves. ***
It gave the federal government power to impose taxes.
It gave Congress the authority to overturn decisions made by the president.
It provided Congress with a means to regulate trade.
2. Shays's rebellion in 1787 was in response to what? Select all that apply. (2 points)
expansion of territories
the Northwest Ordinance ***
seizure of farms
increased taxes ***
5. The Enlightenment philosopher Baron de Montesquieu wrote about which government structure that was adopted in the Constitution? (1 point)
separation of church and state
limited government ***
separation of powers
self-government
8. In the preamble of the Constitution, to what does the phrase "provide for the common defense" refer? (1 point)
provide for a police force ***
provide a military
ensure liberty to future generations
provide money for scientific research
9. What fraction of state legislatures must approve an amendment before it becomes law? (1 point)
one-half
three-fifth
two-thirds
three-fourths ***
10. How does staying informed on important issues best help voters? (1 point)
It helps voters know which candidates they agree with, and why. ***
It helps candidates come up with better solutions to the issues.
It helps voters organize protests against unfavorable candidates.
It helps voters follow the advertisements that candidates put out.
3 answers
2. one is correct, the other isn't
5. no
8. no
9. yes
10. yes