Suppose You Are a Member of Congress Under the Articles

question 53

Multiple Choice

Suppose you are a member of Congress under the Articles of Confederation. George Washington has appealed to you and your colleagues several times for funding to provide improved weapons and clothing for soldiers fighting in the Continental Army. Even though you wish to do so, why are you unable to help George Washington?

• A) You cannot levy taxes to support the army and cover the costs of clothes and weapons.
• B) Your inability to regulate commerce has stalled the import of clothes and weapons.
• C) You must get approval from all the other states before giving money to the army.
• D) You do not have the ability to command an army or outfit it in any way.

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