According to the textbook, which of the following was a\the greatest weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
a. The federal government had no resources to back the value of its currency.
b. Congress was not allowed to regulate commerce among states.
c. There was no provision for an executive or judicial branch of government.
d. The failure of the document to to provide a strong central government.
Answer: d. The failure of the document to to provide a strong central government.
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a. True b. False
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A. suggested that all colonies establish state governments separate from Britain. B. voted for free trade at all American ports with all countries including Britain. C. immediately accepted the resolution for independence proposed by Richard Henry Lee of Virginia. D. appointed Paine as the commander in chief of its army. E. decided to declare war on Britain.
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A) "marketplace of ideas" B) self-governance C) "safety valve" D) self-fulfillment E) "clear and present danger"
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