GC.03

Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. H, P

What am I learning today?

Our nation’s First Constitution, and why it wasn’t an effective one.

Why am I learning this?

We need to know our United States did NOT start as ONE UNITED Country but 13 sovereign nations, with their own laws and currency.

How will I know I learned this?

Understanding why our Founding Fathers first attempt at creating a ‘National’ government failed miserably.

Primary sources:

The Articles of Confederation, 1777

Powers of Congress

1) Make war and peace
2) Send and receive ambassadors
3) Make treaties
4) Borrow money
5) Set up a money system
6) Establish a post office
7) Build a navy
8) Raise an army by asking States for troops
9) Create a uniform standard for weights and measures
10) Settle disputes between the States

Recap:

Why the Articles of Confederation Failed

Why the Articles of Confederation Failed

GC.03

Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. H, P

What am I learning today?

Our nation’s First Constitution, and why it wasn’t an effective one.

Why am I learning this?

We need to know our United States did NOT start as ONE UNITED Country but 13 sovereign nations, with their own laws and currency.

How will I know I learned this?

Understanding why our Founding Fathers first attempt at creating a ‘National’ government failed miserably.

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