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Primary Sources: George Washington criticizes the Articles of Confederation, 1785

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Read the passage Primary Sources: George Washington criticizes the Articles of Confederation, 1785. Then answer the questions below.
Read the passage Primary Sources: George Washington criticizes the Articles of Confederation, 1785. Then answer the questions below.
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What was George Washington's primary purpose in writing this letter to James Warren in 1785?

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Which quotes from the source BEST represent Washington's critiques of the Articles of Confederation?

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Drag each statement to the correct box to show whether George Washington would likely agree or disagree.

  • The Articles of Confederation is too strong; states must be given more authority than the central government.
  • A stronger central government is dangerous; the Articles of Confederation are adequate to protect our liberty.
  • The Articles of Confederation is too weak; the central government must be able to make decisions for the nation.
  • A stronger central government would better promote unity and trade amongst the states.
  • Agree
  • Disagree