What powers were given to the national government in the Articles of Confederation?

Congress claimed the following powers: to make war and peace; conduct foreign affairs; request men and money from the states; coin and borrow money; regulate Indian affairs; and settle disputes among the states.

What does the national government want to do with the Articles of Confederation?

On this date, the Continental Congress adopted a plan for the inaugural national government under the Articles of Confederation. Delegates gave the Continental Congress the power to request money from the states and make appropriations, regulating the armed forces, appointing civil servants, and declaring war.

Why was the national government weak under Articles of Confederation?

Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation Congress had not have the power to tax. Congress did not have the power to regulate foreign and interstate commerce. There was no executive branch to enforce any acts passed by Congress. There was no national court system.

Did the Articles of Confederation limit the power of the national government?

In order to protect states’ rights, the Articles set strict limits on congressional authority. Under the Articles, the states, not Congress had the power to tax. In addition, Congress could not draft soldiers or regulate trade. There was no provision for national courts or a chief executive.

What was a major success of the national government under the Articles of Confederation 1781 to 1788?

What was a major success of the national government under the Articles of Confederation 1781 to 1788? One of the main accomplishments of the Congress under the Articles of Confederation was passage of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 organizing the settlement of the Northwest Territories.

What were the three accomplishments of the Articles of Confederation?

Planned for establishment of government in the territories.

Expanded basic democratic rights into the Northwest – Congress would guarantee trial by jury, freedom of speech, press, no slavery.

Set process for territory to become a state.

What are the limits of the Articles of Confederation?

Congress had no power to coin money, therefore each state developed its own currency. Congress was unable to regulate interstate and foreign commerce; some states refused to pay for goods they purchased from abroad. Congress was unable to impose taxes; it could only borrow money on credit.

What were the pros and cons of the Articles of Confederation?

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States kept their power and independence. Pro.
No overly powerful government bossing everyone around. Pro.
Colonists were able to create their own military. Pro.
Congress could not enforce laws. Con.
Could not collect taxes. Con.
Every state had to agree to change articles. Con.