MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
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A weak national government can run a country effectively.
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A weak national government can overrun state government.
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A strong national government is more stable than a loose confederation of states.
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A loose alliance of states is ideal for a brand new nation.
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Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -After the American colonies won their freedom from England, the thirteen colonies became thirteen states. The new states decided to work together. Their system of government was described in the Articles of Confederation. In this system, the state governments had most of the power.
Detailed explanation-3: -Those who supported the Constitution and a stronger national republic were known as Federalists. Those who opposed the ratification of the Constitution in favor of small localized government were known as Anti-Federalists.
Detailed explanation-4: -"Confederation” refers to the process of (or the event of) establishing or joining the Canadian federal state.