MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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conduct foreign affairs
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ask for money
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one vote per state
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all of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The articles state that the States are entered into a firm league of friendship with each other. This is to improve their common defense, the security of their liberties, general welfare, and so on. Thus the league of friendship is not a weakness.
Detailed explanation-2: -What was one of the strengths or accomplishments of the Articles of Confederation? It provided for a strong executive branch. It gave Congress the power to tax. It provided for a court system to enforce laws.
Detailed explanation-3: -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.