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A) “Briefly explain how ONE specific historical development represents an accomp...

Oct 9, 2023

A) “Briefly explain how ONE specific historical development represents an accomplishment of the national government under the articles of confederation.” B) “briefly explain ONE specific argument critics used in the 1780s to support revising the articles.” C) “briefly explain ONE specific way in which the United States Constitution addresses a criticism of the Articles”

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KC-3.2.II: In the late 18th century, new experiments with democratic ideas and republican forms of government, as well as other new religious, economic, and cultural ideas, challenged traditional imperial systems across the Atlantic World. Answer: A) One accomplishment of the national government under the Articles of Confederation was the successful negotiation of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which officially ended the Revolutionary War and recognized the United States as a sovereign nation. This demonstrated the ability of the national government to conduct foreign policy. B) Critics in the 1780s argued that the Articles of Confederation were too weak, particularly in terms of the national government's inability to levy taxes or regulate commerce. These limitations hindered the government's ability to pay off war debts and stabilize the economy. C) The United States Constitution addressed criticisms of the Articles by creating a stronger central government with the power to levy taxes, regulate commerce, and control currency. This was a direct response to the economic instability under the Articles.

What was the Treaty of Paris?, What were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?, How did the Constitution address the weaknesses of the Articles?