Articles of Confederation (1781-1789). Warm-up: How were the Articles of Confederation like the latest version of Windows? (Pgs. 44-56)

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Articles of Confederation ( )

Warm-up: How were the Articles of Confederation like the latest version of Windows? (Pgs )

Group Brainstorming Create a list of advantages of getting married versus remaining single

Structure of the Central Government Unicameral (one house) Congress One branch of government Equal representation One vote per State

Powers of the Central Government Make war & peace Send & receive ambassadors Make treaties Create army & navy Borrow money Create monetary system Set weights & measures Establish post offices Settle disputes between States

Senior Trip Simulation CANCUN

No decision in 15 min?

Obligations of the States Obey acts of Congress Treat citizens of other States fairly Full faith and credit Surrender fugitives Open travel Free trade Submit disputes to Congress Voluntarily provide funding to Congress

Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union —1777

BOTTOM LINE NO POWER OVER STATES ARTICLES COULD NOT PROTECT CITIZENS’ PROPERTY RIGHTS

Weaknesses of the Articles Large states under represented No power to tax No credit No power to regulate commerce No power to enforce laws No national court system 9/13 majority to pass laws Unanimous consent to amend the Articles

Fitz- U.S. GOV Lecture #3: Articles of Confederation Warm-up: How were the Articles of Confederation like the latest version of Windows? (pgs ): StructurePowers Obligations Weaknesses Bottom Line: X X X X XX