The Need for a Constitution — Quiz

Question 9 • United States Government

Why did colonists feel the Articles of Confederation were necessary even though the Declaration of Independence was already written?

Answer

The Declaration of Independence called for a federal system of government but did not plan for the role of individual states.

The Declaration of Independence outlined a relationship between individuals and the government but did not detail the power and control of that government.

The Declaration of Independence determined individual rights but did not discuss how those rights influenced others.

The Declaration of Independence outlined a system of government but did not specify how much power that government could have.

Explanation

The Declaration of Independence explained why the colonies were separating from Britain and stated principles such as individual rights and government by consent. It did not establish a working government or spell out how much power that government would have. The Articles of Confederation were needed to create a framework for governing the new states, so B is correct.

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