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MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
During the 1780s, the United States faced problems due to weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. These problems led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution in 1787."The Congress shall have Power ____ To provided for calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union suppress Insurrection and repel Invasions"Which problem was the above provision (part) of the U.S. Constitution designed to address?
A
Lack of centralized authority within the federal government
B
Unresolved disputes between states
C
Outstanding Revolutionary War debt
D
Continued British military presences on U.S. soil
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Under the Articles of Confederation, Congress lacked the authority to regulate commerce, making it unable to protect or standardize trade between foreign nations and the various states.

Detailed explanation-2: -One of the most significant changes between the Articles of Confederation and Constitution was the creation of the three branches of government: the executive, legislative, and judicial. This separation of powers ensured that power would not be concentrated in one particular branch.

Detailed explanation-3: -Correct – The national government lacked the power to collect taxes under the Articles of Confederation.

Detailed explanation-4: -Congress was unable to impose taxes; it could only borrow money on credit. No national court system was established to protect the rights of U.S. citizens. No executive branch was established to enforce laws. Amendments could be added only with the approval of all 13 states.

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