Introduction to Government — Test

Question 1

In Thomas Paine's published essay Common Sense , he calls for

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The creation of a democratic republic.

Question 2

Under the Articles of Confederation, why was the national government unable to raise revenue? Choose three correct answers.

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The national government was not given the power to regulate trade.; The national government needed approval from the states to collect taxes.; The state and national currencies competed with each other.

Question 3

Locke argued that all humans are born with what natural rights?

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life, liberty, property

Question 4

Which of these was not a key difference between Northern and Southern states at the Constitutional Convention?

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Wanting to protect states’ interests vs. a government with strict rules

Question 5

Which statement best represents an economic weakness of the national government under the Articles of Confederation?

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The national government was unable to collect taxes.

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