WHAT WERE THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION, AND WHY DID SOME FOUNDERS WANT TO CHANGE THEM?
Article of Confederation : This link provide you with a miniature presentation about the focus question.
This video provides you with information about the Articles of Confederation and the Northwest Ordinance including the outcome of them both.
Vocab To Focus On
Articles of Confederation(1781-1789) : The first constitution of the United States, created to form a perpetual union and a firm league of friendship among the thirteen original states. It was adopted by the Second Continental Congress on November 15, 1777, and sent to the states for ratification.
Confederation : A form of political organization in which the sovereign states combine for certain specified purposes, such as mutual defense. Member states can leave a confederation at any time. The United States was a confederation from 1776 to 1789.
Shays' Rebellion : An armed revolt by Massachusetts farmers seeking relief from debt and mortgage foreclosures. The rebellion fueled support for amending the Articles of Confederation.