Practice Confederation (4.2.3) - Foundations of Government & Political
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is a confederation?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between states in a confederation.

Question 2 Easy

Can you name a modern example of a confederation?

💡 Hint: Consider international organizations that allow member countries to cooperate.

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Question 1

What defines a confederation?

A strong central government
An alliance of independent states
A unitary system

💡 Hint: Focus on how member states relate to the central authority.

Question 2

True or False: The Articles of Confederation provided a strong central government.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the historical outcomes during its use.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the implications of a weak central authority in a confederation compared to a strong centralized government. What are the potential outcomes?

💡 Hint: Consider the balance of power and historical examples.

Challenge 2 Hard

Examine the transition from the Articles of Confederation to the U.S. Constitution. What were the key motivations behind this change?

💡 Hint: Think about the specific challenges faced during the confederation period.

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