The passage below is from a historical document

Question

Art. II. Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom, and independence, and every power, jurisdiction, and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled.


How does the U.S. Constitution address concerns that resulted from the government described in this passage?

(1 point)
Responses

The new government could levy taxes between the states.
The new government could levy taxes between the states.

The new government could enforce treaties between the states.
The new government could enforce treaties between the states.

The new government could regulate trade between the states.
The new government could regulate trade between the states.

The new government could settle disputes between the states.

Answer 1

The U.S. Constitution addresses concerns that resulted from the government described in the passage by allowing the new government to regulate trade between the states. Under the Articles of Confederation, states had significant individual power and often acted independently, leading to economic difficulties and trade disputes. The Constitution aimed to create a stronger federal government that could manage these issues more effectively, including the regulation of interstate commerce. Therefore, the response that best addresses the concerns is:

The new government could regulate trade between the states.