1.Which was an important strength of the Articles of Confederation?



a
It established a government whose power came directly from the people.
b
It gave the government the power to settle disputes between states.
c
It gave Congress the power to tax.
d
It created an orderly process of expanding the United States.

2.
The Articles were ratified - .

a
After the signing of the Treaty of Paris of 1783.
b
Before the Declaration of Independence.
c
After the Declaration of Independence.
d
During the French and Indian War.