Question

match each feature to either the articles of confederation or the declaration of independence.

articles of confederation
declaration of independence

emphasized importance of unalienable rights
limited the powers of the national government
sought to develop a unified national identity
allowed states to retain sovereignty

Explanation:

Analyze features of the Declaration of Independence

• "emphasized importance of unalienable rights": Directly stated in the preamble ("life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness").
• "sought to develop a unified national identity": Aimed to unite the thirteen colonies in declaring separation from Great Britain.

Analyze features of the Articles of Confederation

• "limited the powers of the national government": Created a weak central government with no power to tax or regulate commerce.
• "allowed states to retain sovereignty": Explicitly declared that each state retains its sovereignty, freedom, and independence.

Answer:

• Articles of Confederation:
• limited the powers of the national government
• allowed states to retain sovereignty

• Declaration of Independence:
• emphasized importance of unalienable rights
• sought to develop a unified national identity