Who Has the Power? Template

Your assignment is to evaluate the strengths and weakness of the Articles of Confederation. You will write two paragraphs addressing the tasks listed below.

Directions Your Work
Paragraph 1:
• Explain the powers that Congress has under the Articles of Confederation.
• List the strengths of the new government under the Articles of Confederation.
• List the weaknesses of the new government under the Articles of Confederation.
• Provide examples of how people have reacted to the new government.

Paragraph 2:
Explain why a new, stronger government is necessary.