1.) what power did the articles of confederation give to the national government?

a) to impose taxes
b)to issue currency
c)to enforce state borders
d) to control state governments

2.) which leader tried to keep tempers under control during the constitutional convention?

a) daniel shays
b) george washington
c)benjamin franklin
d) james madison

3.) why did the federalists support ratification of the constitution?

a) they believed the articles of confederation were endangering the nation
b)they were afraid the british monarchy would take over again
c) they thought it would settle the question of slavery
d) they thought it would solve all the problems of the government

4.) france and spain supported the colonists during the american revolution by

a) granting land to the colonies
b) buying american exports providing naval assistance
c)negotiating a peace with great britain