Question

Which of the following powers did our federal government Not have with the articles of confederation?

Answer 1

Answer/Explanation:

Under the Article of Confederation, Federal government could:

• Make foreign treaties
• Declare war
• Set up a mail delivery system
• Make rules for setting up western lands
• Raise and lead army and navy
• Print and borrow money

Federal government could not:

• Collect taxes
• Send soldiers and officers to army and navy
• Establish courts and settle disputes
• Elect or appoint leaders to enforce the law

These powers were given to State governments. On the whole, federal government did not have enough power to control violence in the country. This was realized after Shay's rebellion was finally taken down.