Which of the following best explains some of the powers granted the Congress by the Articles of Confederation?

Question

Group of answer choices

Congress could build libraries, oversee immigration, enforce religious practices, and require citizens to vote.

Congress could declare war, make treaties, create a mail delivery system, and print money.

Congress could raise taxes, hire a police force, kill prisoners, and hire spies to learn about America's enemies.

Congress could build schools, collect taxes, create a banking system, and create prisons.

Answer 1

The option that best explains some of the powers granted to Congress by the Articles of Confederation is:

Congress could declare war, make treaties, create a mail delivery system, and print money.

Under the Articles of Confederation, Congress had the authority to manage foreign relations, including declaring war and making treaties, as well as handling certain logistical functions like postal services and currency. However, the Articles did not grant Congress the power to raise taxes or create a national bank, which limited its effectiveness.