1 The Constitution was an attempt to address problems of decentralization that were experienced under the Articles of Confederation. (2000 Test, #1) a. List three problems of decentralized power that existed under the Articles of Confederation. For each problem you listed, identify one solution that the Constitution provided to address the problem. b. Some have argued that the tension between decentralized and centralized power continue to exist. Support this argument by explaining how one of the following illustrates the continuing tension. i. Environmental policy ii. Gun control iii. Disability access

1 The Constitution was an attempt to address problems of decentralization that were experienced under the Articles of Confederation. (2000 Test, #1) a. List three problems of decentralized power that existed under the Articles of Confederation. For each problem you listed, identify one solution that the Constitution provided to address the problem. b. Some have argued that the tension between decentralized and centralized power continue to exist. Support this argument by explaining how one of the following illustrates the continuing tension. i. Environmental policy ii. Gun control iii. Disability access