Step Three: Move Beyond the Basics
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CHAPTER 8 STUDY GUIDE
MOVE BEYOND THE BASICS
To demonstrate a more advanced understanding, fill in the chart below with the powers and responsibilities of the various branches of government under the Articles of Confederation and under the Constitution. What were the important differences between the two?
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| Powers and responsibilities under Articles of Confederation | Powers and responsibilities under U.S. Constitution | |
| Congress | ||
| Executive branch | ||
| Federal judiciary | ||
| States |