What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation? To establish a strong central government To create a system of federal courts To unite the American colonies under a common framework To formalize trade agreements with European countries None Which branch of government was primarily empowered under the Articles of Confederation? Executive Legislative Judicial Administrative None What major problem did the Articles of Confederation face regarding federal authority? The power to regulate interstate commerce The ability to impose taxes The authority to create a national army The power to negotiate treaties with foreign nations None What significant event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and led to calls for a stronger federal government? The Boston Tea Party Shays' Rebellion The Whiskey Rebellion The Constitutional Convention None Which document replaced the Articles of Confederation and established the current U.S. government structure? The Magna Carta The Federalist Papers The U.S. Constitution The Bill of Rights None Time's up