Question

Which of the following quotes support the idea that the Articles of Confederation must be changed for the United States government to function properly?
A.… the right of enjoying and defending their lives and liberties; that of acquiring, possessing, and protecting property; in [short], that of seeking and obtaining their safety and happiness.—Massachusetts Constitution of 1780

B. The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.- 10th Amendment, U.S. Constitution

C. Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom, and independence, and every power, jurisdiction, and right, which is not by this Confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled. –Articles of Confederation, Article II

D. So long as any individual state has power to defeat the measures of the other twelve, our pretended union is but a name, and our confederation, a cobweb. —Noah Webster

Why was the Northwest Ordinance considered a success of the Articles of Confederation?
A. Due to its regulation of currency, Congress could financially support Western farms.
B. Due to its guaranteeing of military support, it allowed the US army to expanding its recruiting in the territories.
C. Due to its support for slavery, it allowed the western territories to develop economically.
D. Due to its laws establishing the principles of basic rights and establishing protection of those rights.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. So long as any individual state has power to defeat the measures of the other twelve, our pretended union is but a name, and our confederation, a cobweb. —Noah Webster

Explanation:

The Articles of the Confederation was the first constitution used in the United States after it has declared its independence from the United Kingdom. In sum, the document details the name of the confederacy, as well as the rights and responsibilities of the state and central government.

However, in the Articles of the Confederation, the central government is very weakened, and many of the American founders were having troubles managing the affairs of the country due to these imposed limitations. The current state of mind at the time was best exemplified by Noah Webster's quote as stated above. Eventually, the constitution was revised to expand the powers of the central government, becoming what is known as the current U. S Constitutions.

Answer:

D. Due to its laws establishing the principles of basic rights and establishing protection of those rights.

Explanation:

The Northwest Ordinance was a product of the Congress of the Confederation, much like the Articles of the Confederation. It was an organic act; meaning it focuses on managing the governance of the country's territory and lands. One of the highlights of the document was the focus on aiding new territories in becoming part of the confederation, with details on what rights would they receive and responsibilities that they will have to follow as a new state.